Lot 0343

TWO TROUT SPEAR FISHING DECOYS, J. FAIRFIELD

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TWO TROUT SPEAR FISHING DECOYS, J. FAIRFIELD

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TWO TROUT SPEAR FISHING DECOYS by John Fairfield, Marenisco, MI. Excellent original paint and structural condition. Relief-carved mouths and gills. Both with inserted tails and fins. Both signed by maker. The larger, measuring approximately 8 inches, is dated 1991. The smaller decoy, measuring approximately 6 inches, is dated 1995. 125-200

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TWO TROUT SPEAR FISHING DECOYS, J. FAIRFIELD

Name: TWO TROUT SPEAR FISHING DECOYS, J. FAIRFIELD
SKU: 152254429
Price: 120 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $125 - $200

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