Masterpiece Finishing
Masterpiece Finishing is a premium upgrade that adds lifelike depth and natural nuance to antler replicas through hand detailing. It recreates subtle shading, brow tine detail, and beam blood lines for a more realistic, collector-grade presentation. Included on Premier Collection Whitetails and available on other replicas.
Bring your replica to the next level
Once available only on our Premier Collection replicas, Antlers by Klaus now offers an upgrade to our professional painting finishes on all of our replicas for the discerning antler connoisseur. This is the finish level for clients who know what they are looking at and want the closest possible look of natural antler.
What is Masterpiece Finishing?
Masterpiece Finishing is a premium paint and detailing upgrade that focuses on the subtle, realistic cues found in nature. Antlers are not a single color. Real racks show tone shifts, edge wear, natural highlights, and small irregularities that create depth. Masterpiece Finishing is designed to recreate those nuances by hand so a replica reads as natural from across the room and holds up under close inspection.
Details recreated by hand
All the nuances of nature are meticulously recreated by hand at our Wisconsin studio. The details of the brow tines, the blood lines on the beams, and the subtle shadings on the tines are all faithfully represented. Even the quirks of nature can come alive again, like pieces of remaining velvet. This is not a simple “darker or lighter” option. It is a layered, artist-driven finish designed to match realistic transitions and character.
Who should choose Masterpiece Finishing?
Masterpiece Finishing is ideal for:
- Collector-grade replicas where realism matters most
- Trophy-room centerpieces that will be viewed up close
- Retail and show displays that must impress under lighting and photography
- Gifts and heirloom pieces where you want the best finish available
How much does the Masterpiece Finishing cost?
Pricing for a Masterpiece Paint Finish is included on all Premier Collection Whitetail replicas.
Masterpiece Finishing is available on all other replicas for an additional $2.00 per inch of gross score.
If you do not know the gross score of your rack, contact the studio. Share your details and we will help determine what is needed for an accurate quote.
“The sheds arrived this afternoon in one piece. I’ve only ever seen one set of replicas before (that I’m aware of), and those were reasonably easy to identify as fake. I can’t believe how close the replicas match the originals. That’s truly amazing! Please relay my thanks and appreciation to Klaus. He exceeded my expectations. And thank you for all the time and correspondence you’ve put into this. You’ll definitely get my recommendation.”
Scott, Wisconsin