That mallard actually didn't come from Birdman, but from a friend of my Uncle's that does taxidermy on the side. I do know that Birdman offers expedited services but I think it's another $100 or so on top of his normal charge.
My taxidermist said 2 to 3 months but he has a unique way of doing the mount. He only does a full body mount. He invented a new process the mounts are freeze dried just like your frost free freezer. Right now he's doing a bobcat for me. It's going to cost $525.
If you reload, there's no such thing as an obsolete cartridge.
Once you render an opinion, you open yourself up to criticism.