Foam duck decoys (update 2/8)

[TrappinTommer]

Got a couple foam decoys started. Nothing too fancy, just some gunning decoys. Almost done with the carving on 2 of them, once I get a few all carved I'll start the burlap stage. I'll post pictures of the progress.

[Admin]

Those are pretty cool Tom. Keep us up to date with the progress. Looking great so far. ;D

[fishleclair]

looks cool!!! pretty decent project to keep ya busy in the off season ;D

[trapperandhunter]

Pretty neat

[maritimer]

Off to a good start. ;D

[Deleted]

Jan 9, 2013 19:05:34 GMT -5 maritimer said:

Off to a good start. ;D

X2 Looking forward to seeing end product

[freerange]

Yes, Yes please keep us updated on the progress, this looks cool.

And please hurry

[barkspud]

Good looking project you got going there tommer can't wait to see more of it ... ;D

[jedicazador]

nice work cant wait to see the paint up

[tsr07]

Lke everyone else says very nice work!!!

[TrappinTommer]

Finished a couple and started a few more. I am really happy with how the goldeneye came out. The 3 new ones are going to be 2 hen goldeneyes and a butt up wigeon. I have always burlapped them but I am trying saw dust and wood glue on the next few.

[Admin]

These came out awesome Tommer. ;D ;D ;D

By looking at them you'd never know they're made of foam. Karma to ya ;D

[muskrat24]

Looking good Tommer. Them trestle coated decoys are awesome looking. ;D

[trapper12953]

thoes look awesome ;D ;D ;D i would love to make some..keep up the good work.
karma to you!!!

[TrappinTommer]

Jan 26, 2013 17:45:15 GMT -5 muskrat24 said:

Looking good Tommer. Them trestle coated decoys are awesome looking. ;D

I really like the trestle coating because of the finish it gives the birds (and because it's easier, even though it might take longer to cure). I know a lot of guys sand them smooth but I prefer the rough texture.

[maritimer]

;D Awesome job buddy.

[Jack]

Cool stuff! How the heck do you shape styrofoam like that?

[tsr07]

Those are looking really great!!! The real collector ones were made out of wood and hollowed with a pea or a small pebble put inside to prove it was hollow. The sawdust ones look really neat.

[paddyg441]

;D ;D

Impressive Workmanship "Tommer" , I sure admire your Ability, Karma Awarded !!! .

[TrappinTommer]

Made a couple girls to go with my drakes.

[trapper12953]

They look awesome here is some karma for sharing ;D

[dewolfe]

Excellent job, those look great ;D Karma for a job well done and for taking the time to share

[maritimer]

Looks good Tom. ;D

[TrappinTommer]

I just use a drywall type knife for cutting bigger chunks and a rasp for the rough shaping and then sandpaper for the more detailed work. I am going to get a dremel though because I think the shaping would be much easier and faster. A lot of guys use a foredom tool but those are outside my budget.... for now.

[fishleclair]

Very cool!!! Them things are awsome!!!

[Deleted]

Wow, those came out nice ;D Karma to ya

Can you make me a half dozen woodduck dekes?

[kkbait]

Very nice!!!! ;D

[treestand13]

Great work Very nice.