Rare Early Canvasback by Jacob Keefer Circa 1878
Guns International #: 100976583 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Decoys - Collectibles - Sporting

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Seller: fas
Company: Firearms Appraisal Services
Member Since: 3/6/07
First Name: John
Last Name: Allen
State: Tennessee
Zip: 37069
Country: United States
Phone: (615) 403-0593
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Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
A very early canvasback drake by Jacob Keefer of Bath,Il.Keefer was one of the first Illinois river carvers and is featured in the book "Illinois River Decoys and Carvers" by Parmalee.This bird still retains the original working paint which has cracked with age.It is hollow body construction and has the original weights.This decoy dates to around 1878 and is very rare.A real piece of sporting history.

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