What's a good size spring black bear worthy of getting full body mount?

[WEATHERBY460]

Going on a manitoba spring bear hunt in a couple weeks. If I shoot a bear, what would be the minimum size that would look good in a full body mount? Please share pics if you have any. Thanks

 

[Laguna Freak]

My son shot a 6'+ in 2020. The rug completely covers a double bed and feet hang over the sides. Tail is pretty much on the wall to keep the head from hanging off the foot. I don't remember exactly but I'm guessing he weighed around 400 lbs. Here's some field perspective

 

[DanWyo]

It's your bear and your memory, so it seems that would be up to you. You're the only one to which the mount will be worth anything. Well, you and your taxidermist.

 

[26Reload]

I've seen many bears at the taxidermy shop.....coolest mounts I've seen are smaller bears sitting on the butts on the floor....looking like they alive awaiting their treats..because the dog gets one...

 

[ElkSurgeon]

If you have the space as well as the permission & funds…..I would full body mount any size bear. I personally don't have that luxury so my kids will inherit hides & skulls & Euros

 

[HARPERC]

I think about 6.5' square is a good place, provide the correct form is used. I've seen a couple of nice bear mounted on a smaller form "cause we have one" that ever realized their potential.

I have a 7'3" I regret not life sizing. I've never had a wall that holds it without dragging the floor. Doesn't display as well.

 

[Swamplord]

6.5' is where a "good bear" starts, but remember .. they charge by the sq inch, bigger the bear bigger the bill

 

[ZAK13]

First bear was just under 250lbs, had that made into a rug, looks good on the wall, second bear was 300lbs, that one is at the taxidermist right now getting a full mount. As some others have said, it's really up to you, what a good size is for a full mount is.

 

[VLD Pilot]

I'd say that's a personal decision and one that can't be made by anyone but you. Personally I prefer a smaller bear for a rug just because a huge bear rug covers too much area. Especially on a wall. It would have to be a very large bear before I'd do a full body mount. Something that would cause people to say "Holy Chit" that's a monster bear. I've done 1/2 off the wall mounts and they look very good with any size bear also. Good luck on your hunt. I got a feeling you'll know when you shoot your bear what your gonna do with it.

 

[Ol' Red]

I don't think the size should matter to anyone but you. It is your memories that are being preserved for the future. I would add if the hide is rubbed bad a shoulder mount still looks good.

 

[jimbires]

my buddy and his son each got a bear one year . I don't know the size in feet , I "THINK" my buddys weighed 550 LBS . he had his full body mounted , and a rug from the sons . that mount is big in a house . sorry , I don't have a pic of the mount .

 

[Critter Picker]

I say that all animals harvested are trophies. That being said, if you have the room and can afford to mount it, get the mount. Here in Wisconsin we are lucky to draw tags every 11 to 12 years. You only get so many chances in your life.

 

[Monster Toms]

The pose of the mount can dictate what size bear you do. a 200lb bear standing, looks big but on all fours not so much.

 

[Terry Lightle]

The one that makes you happy