Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles contains the best of the finest
hunting collectibles. Waterfowling decoys from the four major
flyways; including duck, goose, swan, and shorebird decoys, as well
as crow hunting decoys and dove decoys, are discussed. Vintage game
bird calls used to lure ducks, geese, crows, turkey, and shorebirds
represent an important collecting field. Advertising campaigns by
the early arms and ammunition companies created outstanding posters,
calendars, pin backs, gunpowder tins, and shot shell boxes. Packed
with more than 1,000 top-quality color photographs and original
vintage black-and-white photographs, and a price guide, Top of the
Line Hunting Collectibles is a valuable reference book for any
collector or antique dealer. This book will give the novice a
comprehensive overview of what hunting collectibles are available.
The seasoned collector will appreciate viewing quality pieces from
private collections that are rarely available to the public. An
extensive bibliography and appendix provide valuable information
sources, including organizations, periodicals, and auction
companies.