Duck Decoy Mannikin

Submitted by T. G. on 9/17/04 at 11:33 AM. ( trepid@palacenet.net ) 206.176.223.137

Wondering if anyone knows who makes decoy mannikins for mounting ducks/geese on.

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Wrap..

This response submitted by Becky on 9/17/04 at 1:14 PM. ( ) 68.52.172.197

I wrap the bodies...it's inexpensive and fun!


Not a special

This response submitted by clewis on 9/17/04 at 4:23 PM. ( clewis@bossig.com ) 66.45.223.100

form that I know of for "decoys" There are many commercial forms available for mounting ducks of all species or you can follow the advice of the previous response to wrap your own. Decoys are generally subject to much more abuse, so heavier wire and attachment enhancements will make the product last longer. If you want the decoy to float or be water proof, you will have to be innovative. Good luck


Thanks

This response submitted by T. G. on 9/17/04 at 10:28 PM. ( trepid@palacenet.net ) 206.176.199.94

I was curious if there was, but didn't see any in any of the supply magazines I have. I haven't wrapped any to date (just used forms), but I guess there's no time like the present to start learning huh.


It's just that easy!

This response submitted by Wally on 9/18/04 at 1:26 PM. ( muthagoose@hotmail.com ) 216.251.183.52

Make a mold and pour a high density foam ..If you get the skins clean a good paste and a heavy wire..I would suggest epoxie the necks,head and bodie juncture to toughen them up a little...
With all the high end full bodie decoys on the market WHY would ya want to ?


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