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Early Ben Schmidt Canada Goose Decoy

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Item Details

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Centerline, MI, glass eyes, solid body, original paint with some gunning wear, large chip on left side of bill, removeable head, wood knot in back, hard to find early example, 22"L, est. 600 - 900

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Early Ben Schmidt Canada Goose Decoy

Name: Early Ben Schmidt Canada Goose Decoy
SKU: 162979866
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $50,000

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