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Need a large shedding.

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  • 01-27-2012, 01:22 AM
    Jetplane
    Need a large shedding.
    Hello, I am new here and I'm sorry to say I don't own one of these beautiful animals, but I have much respect for them and those who are lucky enough to have them, but I joined this forum because I am at the end of my rope on who to turn to.

    I have been looking all over the internet and elsewhere for information on how to purchase/obtain a large (12"W x 30"L) belly in the middle, python shed. Not interested in hide (cruel).

    I have a guitar that I decoupaged a shed onto and it looked awesome! The black guitar showed through the shed and at the same time highlighted the texture of the skin. But after years of playing, areas have worn away and I would like to do this again, but I can't find a shed. One piece with belly up the middle, any Ideas? I'd be willing to pay.
    Thanks , Jay McAllister, near Roanoke Va.
    http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/g...rjay61/IMG.jpg
  • 01-27-2012, 01:31 AM
    The Serpent Merchant
    There are some big breeders who might be able to help you out. Just give them a call or send them an email.

    Here are a few:

    http://bhbreptiles.com/

    http://newenglandreptile.com/nerd/

    http://ralphdavisreptiles.com/

    http://www.jkobylkareptiles.com/

    Someone on this site may be willing/able to help you out, if I had a shed that big i'd be more than willing to send it to you, sheds don't have much value (to me at least)
  • 01-27-2012, 01:35 AM
    heathers*bps
    I have a 16-17 foot female burm that might be big enough for you. I will have to double check the last time she shed so I can give you a round about time she should shed again. About what size are you thinking you need?
  • 01-27-2012, 10:03 AM
    Jetplane
    Re: Need a large shedding.
    Thanks for the links Aaron, I'll check into them

    @heathers*bps- That would be great. It would have to be large enogh to cover just the front of the guitar body. about (12"W x 30"L). As you can see in the pic, the belly runs up the middle. Wow 16-17 ft. I'm sure a shed from a burmese that large would be enough. And, a burmese has such lovely pattern.

    I figured it wouldn't be very hard to mail one in a large envelope. PM me if anyone would be willing to take the time to help me out.

    This time , I won't just decoupage it, I'll crystal cast it onto the guitar so that it looks like it is embedded in a clear finish. Like a plaque.
  • 01-28-2012, 12:46 PM
    DooLittle
    Re: Need a large shedding.
    Make sure you post a pic when you do it.
  • 01-28-2012, 12:56 PM
    Skittles1101
    What an awesome idea! I'm certain you'll find someone on here to help you out :D

    All of mine are still small right now so I won't be any help :)
  • 01-28-2012, 01:56 PM
    heathers*bps
    I will be glad to send you one. I wish our super tiger retic was big enough, oh or the rhino viper, because they definitely have a gorgeous pattern! I will keep in touch with you and let you know when she sheds.

    You could also contact the breeders Aaron listed above, as I am sure they have snakes that have a better pattern than a normal burm. Nothing wrong with having more than one option :D
  • 01-28-2012, 10:06 PM
    Jetplane
    Re: Need a large shedding.
    DrDoolittle - I definitly will post a pic.

    LGray23 - Thanks nonetheless

    heathers*bps - Thank you soooo much. I'll be looking forward to hearing from you and yep, I 'll keep my options open for sure.
  • 01-28-2012, 11:41 PM
    The Serpent Merchant
    I'm a guitarist myself and am interested in hearing more on what exactually you are doing. This seems like a very cool concept.
  • 01-28-2012, 11:55 PM
    blueberrypancakes
    I can't help you, but I do want to see some close ups of your guitar. It looks pretty cool from there...:gj:
  • 01-29-2012, 12:15 AM
    zeion97
    Re: Need a large shedding.
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by The Serpent Merchant View Post
    I'm a guitarist myself and am interested in hearing more on what exactually you are doing. This seems like a very cool concept.

    Being a bassist I do agree...I want to see this..lol

    To the OP, I know http://www.jkrgear.com/gear.php?cat=...0Gear&id=00018 works with sheds from reptiles. You could ask them. I personally love seeing the sheds of Gaboon vipers. One of my friends use to have a shed he got while down in Florida..lol

    But if Heather can't help you or none of them can I dun know any more. I do know BHB keeps SOME large sheds, so Brian would be a good bet.
  • 03-15-2012, 01:37 AM
    Jetplane
    Re: Need a large shedding.
    @ The Serpent Merchant, and Zeion97, Basically what I want to do is strip down my guitar, paint it a flat black, glue the shed over the body with the belly right up the center. I did it once but as you can see in the picture, I neglected to put a scratch-proof finish on it. From years of playing much of the shed wore off. This time I plan to use a Mod-Podge coat like what is used on award plaques and wood bar tops so it appears to be "under glass".

    The shed will let the black base color thru and contrast between the semi-transparent shed and color I think will make the guitar look like a snake that "morphed" into a guitar. Oh, and this is a vintage Kramer Pacer so afficionados will tell me I'm nuts.
  • 03-15-2012, 08:16 AM
    DooLittle
    Re: Need a large shedding.
    If you Fang find anyone through here with one big enough, you might also check with your local zoo? See if they have any large snakes. Can't wait to see it. :)
  • 03-15-2012, 08:55 AM
    ExotixTowing
    I did this down the center of a bar once.... Used the shed from 2 snakes :D I didn't paint is tho :confused: I burned the wood then laid the bellys over and sprayed automotive clear coat over about 12 coats haha I wish had pics it turned out awesome
  • 03-15-2012, 10:52 AM
    heathers*bps
    Hey Jetplane, I just wanted to let you know that my big girl is going into shed, so hopefully within the next two weeks I'll have something to send you :)

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