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The same procedure is followed in making a head mold as 

 in producing a regular two-piece body mold, except, of course, 

 that the plaster need not extend more than half the length of 

 the bodv. Always include the pectoral fin or fins and a portion 

 of the bodv bevond the fins. Wherever possible (depending on 

 the type of fish), include a portion of the dorsal fin. It is al- 



Fig. 149. One of my proudest possessions is the hollow cast of my first 

 striped marlin taken many years ago in New Zealand. The mold was 

 made on the New Zealand beach while the cast was produced at home. 



ways preferable to make the mold longer than the intended cast, 

 so that the cast or mount may be cut to fit at the desired angle 

 against the wall. This is easier than attempting to make the 

 mold exact. Often a regular body mold that has not been 

 severely damaged when the cast was removed can be used again 

 for producing a head mount. The cast can be made from syn- 

 thetic materials or from casting compound. 



