| Do you want to start collecting decoys but are | | | | do more than just buy a decoy. Various industry |
| uncertain how to start and where to look? With the | | | | experts, who can provide you a ton of useful |
| right approach, you can find decoys that will jump | | | | information about collecting decoys, will be there. And |
| start your collection. Here are some of the best | | | | besides that, you can obviously browse the decoy |
| places to search for a duck, geese, and turkey | | | | pieces sold at the event. |
| decoy: | | | | 4. Flea market. |
| 1. Antique shops. | | | | If you're collecting decoys, then this is another place |
| Since many decoys are considered as antiques, you | | | | to find a decoy. The process can seem |
| can sometimes find them at your friendly | | | | overwhelming at first, and especially if there are tons |
| neighborhood antique shop. But keep in mind that | | | | of vendors there. But certain vendors will be more |
| you'll likely have to do more rummaging than in retail | | | | likely to have a decoy to sell. So the best way to |
| stores. That's because so many types of items can | | | | narrow down your search is to know the vendors at |
| be classified as "antiques" But with enough searching | | | | the flea market. And knowing the vendors will also |
| and some good fortune, you'll be able to find a | | | | help to give you some leverage when you want to |
| decoy or two in such shops. Before making a | | | | negotiate. With some legwork and patience, you can |
| purchase, always ask if the shop can furnish you with | | | | find the decoy you want, for a reasonable price. |
| a certificate of authenticity. Regardless of where you | | | | 5. Online stores. |
| buy a decoy, you'll want to make sure that you're | | | | As with just about everything else, you can also use |
| getting the real deal, and not a cheap imitation made | | | | the Net to search for a private or public decoy |
| overseas. The certificate can give you peace of mind. | | | | retailer. If you take this route, then it's highly |
| 2. Auction (offline or online). | | | | advisable that you use caution. In particular, before |
| This includes both offline and online auctions. Antique | | | | transmitting personal information, be 100% certain |
| auctions that are offline will be more likely to have | | | | that your information is secure. You could end up |
| more expensive decoys. Online auctions are also an | | | | paying for a decoy that you never receive in the |
| excellent source if you want to add a decoy. Before | | | | mail! Look for stores with a secure server and |
| you start bidding at an offline or online auction, follow | | | | encryption and hand crafted quality items. |
| the usual procedures. Know what you're looking for, | | | | When you want to start or improve your decoy |
| and set a budget. Be especially cautious when bidding | | | | collection, these sources are some of the best places |
| online, to avoid losing your shirt when buying a decoy. | | | | to search. The key is to do your homework before |
| 3. Decoy shows. | | | | you start. This will definitely help you to find the |
| The great thing about these shows is that you can | | | | decoys you want-at the price you can afford. |