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Herters Owl Decoy

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Waseca, MN, glass eyes, balsa body, original paint with some gunning wear, a few shot marks, light damage to edge of tail, 19"T, est. 500 - 800

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Herters Owl Decoy

Name: Herters Owl Decoy
SKU: 139421560
Price: 650 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10 - $1,000

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