Nor splits. I use a small fan and jutr mark to break up what i observed as doo solid feather indications. Usually done by adding a bit of white to the existing mix, just to create a break.. Note that all are handled.. Started this for my stuff, liked it and after i found it took less than ten...
simple. The -raised primary thing is totally unnecessary on a gunning decoy. It can be easier accomplished with a simple application of paint. Less cumbersome in appearance, but that's just 49 years of making hunting decoys speaking Less of a problem, also!!!
we have space available for an argentine hunt this june, if interested. Dad is four years younger than i. Couple of guys from Duckboats coming along with my son, and young gent from Clayton, N Y. Tom S and Ballard, feel free to chime in!!!