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Rare Kingfish Spearing Decoy

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Manistee, MI, painted eyes, wooden tail & metal fins, with original 2pc cardboard box, mint condition, made by Bar Lake Fishing Tackle Co., 7"L, est. 1,200 - 1,800

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Rare Kingfish Spearing Decoy

Name: Rare Kingfish Spearing Decoy
SKU: 112440188
Price: 2750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $20,000

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