David~
For any decoys with a "pedigree", I always double-check with the owners before I re-paint them. But, most have only modest collectible value unless they are in very good condition and original paint. Dale Dalrymple at Dale's Decoy Den sells collectible Bean's birds. It might be worth scanning his site and maybe sending him some photos.
https://www.dalesdecoyden.com/
Otherwise, I do like putting old gunning gear - boats and decoys etc - back into useful condition - and then knowing they will go on to enjoy many more hunts.
All the best,
SJS
Steven Jay Sanford
Pencil Brook Farm
South Cambridge, NY
http://www.stevenjaysanford.com
For any decoys with a "pedigree", I always double-check with the owners before I re-paint them. But, most have only modest collectible value unless they are in very good condition and original paint. Dale Dalrymple at Dale's Decoy Den sells collectible Bean's birds. It might be worth scanning his site and maybe sending him some photos.
https://www.dalesdecoyden.com/
Otherwise, I do like putting old gunning gear - boats and decoys etc - back into useful condition - and then knowing they will go on to enjoy many more hunts.
All the best,
SJS
Steven Jay Sanford
Pencil Brook Farm
South Cambridge, NY
http://www.stevenjaysanford.com