2 - Shoveller Duck Decoys By Ron Saylor Of Florence, Oregon, Worth Mathewson Rig.
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:15055143 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Duck Type: Shoveler | Material: Cork & wood |
| Brand: Saylor | Features: Solid Body |
Great pair of Shoveller Duck decoys made by noted caver and painter, Ron Saylor of Florence, Oregon. The bodies are made of cork, the heads, tails and keels are made of wood. Glass eyes with complete rigging ready for hunting. These decoys were made for Worth Mathewson of Amity, Oregon. Worth Mathewson is the author of numerous waterfowl hunting articles for magazines such as "Wildfowl Magazine" and "Sporting Classics". Worth has also authored 11 books including "Big December Canvasbac...ks" and "Waterfowling Best Days". Worth writes about his decoys in both books. Both of these books are illustrated by Worth's good friend and noted wildfowl artist, "David Hagerbaumer". The Drake's body is 15-1/2" long by 6" wide by 7-1/2" high. These decoys were made for hunting and came straight from Mathewson's personal hunting rig. These decoys also include a copy of "Big December Canvasbacks", by Mathewson, a $20 to $30 value. The decoys have minor paint rubs and a couple of paint chips, see Hen photo, from numerous hunts, see photos. The bottoms of both decoys have Saylor's brand, see photos. Put them in your decoy hunting rig or use them are décor items for den, office, cabin or hunting lodge.
