Sonny Bashore Fish Decoy

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With clear influences from Oscar Peterson, this Cadillac style fish measures just over 7 1/4" in length and features a high gloss finish with painted metal fins, carved tail, glass eyes and Bashore's signature set into the belly weight. The top of the line tie was intentionally left unvarnished otherwise in Ex condition.

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Sonny Bashore Fish Decoy

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FISHING TACKLE & ANGLING AUCTION

Apr 18, 2026 9:00 AM EDT

Potsdam, NY, United States

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