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Bill Finkle Black Duck Decoy

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Harsens Island, MI, glass eyes, long hollow body, old working paint with some gunning wear & light flaking, a few shot marks, great form & profile, hard to find in any condition, Gary Ebel Collection, 19"L, est. 500 - 800

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Bill Finkle Black Duck Decoy

Name: Bill Finkle Black Duck Decoy
SKU: 174576054
Price: 475 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10 - $10,000

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