Mason Decoy Factory Premier Grade Blue-winged Teal Hen

Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1920 A hard to find species that was battle tested. In original paint with medium gunning wear; lightly hit by shot. Body seam is slightly open at the tail and breast. Filler is missing along back of neck, small dents in the back; dent and crack along top of the head and one eye is cracked.

Literature: Donna Tonelli, "Top of The Line Hunting Collectibles," Atglen, PA, 1998, p. 118.