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Excellent pair of bufflehead, Ben Schmidt, Detroit, Michigan.

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Excellent pair of bufflehead, Ben Schmidt, Detroit, Michigan.

Item Details

Description

Relief wingtip carving. Pair appears to be unused. Measure 11.75" long.

Condition

Some spots of paint over spray on one side of drake, otherwise excellent and original.

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Excellent pair of bufflehead, Ben Schmidt, Detroit, Michigan.

Name: Excellent pair of bufflehead, Ben Schmidt, Detroit, Michigan.
SKU: 156521994
Price: 2880 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

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Starting Price $1,500

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