Lg1 Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Hello guys, Since I have had quite a lot of encouragement from fellow members and friends I have decided to make some of my decoys for sale, iv only ever handed these to a few good friends before so I have asked admin if I can give a set away for a Review... Feel like I'm putting my neck on the very public line here but I guess it's time to ask other people's opinions to see if they think iv done a good job or not... Just a little note - I have not asked or been permitted to sell direct from PW, this is more of a informative post. If anyone thinks there's a top guy on here who is well respected for a fair opinion I'd be great full if you could let me know who they are.. Cheers and I look forward to finally asking someone to Revew my work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerdeor Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 I would say The pest controller.....He gets about atb Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lksopener Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 They do look brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russian sniper Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 (edited) Pigeon Controller - just have a look at the bags he's had in the sporting pictures bit Edited November 2, 2013 by russian sniper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 I really dont think you need anyone to test them to see if they will work or not as there is little doubt they are the most realistic decoy we have seen . What they do need though is a good test of their durability , will the colours fade , will the material rot , if they get dirty can you bung them in the washing machine etc , thats the sort of thing I would like to know . To find out this sort of stuff means someone is going to have to give them a good long term test and then they are going to give you a very honest opinion , because if you spend a fortune getting them onto the market and they turn out to be non durable then they will soon be history . I do hope it goes well with them as I would be more than keen to get some once those questions are answered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karpman Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Chuck a few out there for field testing. One mans opinions may not be enough. That pigeon controller fellow seems like your guy though, dam he shoots some stuff. Karpman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerdeor Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Chuck a few out there for field testing. One mans opinions may not be enough. That pigeon controller fellow seems like your guy though, dam he shoots some stuff. Karpman Balls that's who I ment lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.philmypower. Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 What kind of price would these be selling at. I'd be willing to buy some and give feedback Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salop Matt Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 The Pigeon Controller from by Brum would be my vote, that guy definitely shoots a hell of a lot of them and would be in a good position to say what works and what doesn't . May I suggest you send some to an air gun decoyer also as these guys don't just want to attract the birds they want them to land and to stick around long enough to be shot so this would make for a good test too. My recommendation here would be Phil Hardman who writes for airgun world ! ATB Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitsinhedges Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Not the best time of year to be testing decoys right now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karpman Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Not the best time of year to be testing decoys right now I dunno they will get the weather thrashing and a good coating of ****. Plenty of maize stubbles round here at the mo showing plenty of pigeon activity. And the rape shooting is just around the corner. Karpman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lg1 Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Thanks for all comments, In regards to quality and longevity I can say they perform very well for a £3.90 product. I have been shooting over these for 2 years and spent hundreds of hours researching the above questions, You can indeed machine was these no problem but I would recomened hand washing when needed. The only time I bunged them in the washer was if I got blood on them, if you leave it on then chances are it will leave some kind of stain. The print process used is UV stable and for outdoor use, this said over time they will fade a little. The item is self is really strong for what they are, again if you bung them in a bag with sharp objects then chances are they will pick up some kind of nick or maybe worse. Iv put a lot of time in to these as it was a personal hobby, I wanted to be recognised for making a great product that ticks all the boxes. Iv done the best to my ability but I'm sure they won't be for every one, most products have some kind of flaw but I guess I'll see what that is in several years to come. If at that point I could fix it I would. I personally know how these perform but felt its a little biase the maker giving every one the low down! Hence asking if a guy would like to try. Costs them nothing but time I guess, fact is if they only last 2 minutes I would be very embarassed as I'm quite a proud guy. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karpman Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 The only problem I can see from the outset for what looks like a fantastic product is you have to utilise full body deeks. But they will be plenty of folks out there that have and use these and probably a bit tatty. What they like to fit and how long does it take? I have seen the hd decoys off that French fellow when he came shooting over here nice detail and worked well, he had a decent bag. Big bulky and easily damaged as there made from some form of expanding foam. Will these work on heads down decoys also? Karpman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Well I would be more than happy to try some for you , but as someone said you need a few people testing them to get a good general feedback , most of the decoys out there have their lovers and haters and one mans opinion is just that !!! The only problem I can see from the outset for what looks like a fantastic product is you have to utilise full body deeks. But they will be plenty of folks out there that have and use these and probably a bit tatty.What they like to fit and how long does it take? I have seen the hd decoys off that French fellow when he came shooting over here nice detail and worked well, he had a decent bag. Big bulky and easily damaged as there made from some form of expanding foam.Will these work on heads down decoys also?Karpman I can see where the sock principle could easily be developed in the future to cater for shell decoys etc , it would just need making in a different shape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lg1 Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 No truer word spoken pal - horses 4 courses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karpman Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Well I would be more than happy to try some for you , but as someone said you need a few people testing them to get a good general feedback , most of the decoys out there have their lovers and haters and one mans opinion is just that !!! I can see where the sock principle could easily be developed in the future to cater for shell decoys etc , it would just need making in a different shape Yes of course but then they wouldn't look "right" which is how they came about in the first place and without out removing and refitting they wouldn't stack. Trying to be objective is all. I said on a previous post let me know when they go on sale I'm having some. Karpman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooterluke Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 All i can say is well done the look the buisness best decoy ive seen i would buy a dozen of you Motty would be a good person to try them out ro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russian sniper Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Yep they do look VERY realistic and i'd have some too (be worth buying full body decoys for!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karpman Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Yep they do look VERY realistic and i'd have some too (be worth buying full body decoys for!!) Couldn't agree more. I'm rubbish with paint and can't be bothered with the faffing of painting. Karpman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aga man Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 (edited) well done on your finished product Lg1 your hard work has paid off and the result looks very good. i would agree with the others that pest controller or motty are the top men to test your product. motty is also able to video any possible results. pigeon controller has excellent resuslts using only dead birds so it would be interesting to see how your product compares. either of the above guys have excellent pigeon/fieldcraft skills and i am sure could put your product to the test i would contact both of them. regards aga man. edit; very good point made by salop sniper air rifle decoying would really test the realistic aspect of the decoy/sock. Edited November 2, 2013 by aga man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lg1 Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Thanks again for all the positive posts and helpful comments, I fully understand that how the product lasts means a lot and I take it all onboard. still it's a great feeling that a lot of you think my work looks great... #feelinghappy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southeastpete Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 I wonder if you could contact a full body shell manufacturer and get them super cheap without the colouring printed on as after all it wouldn't be needed, the. You could sell the sock with a full body. Just a thought. I don't get much time to decoy in my new job, but I would still buy these. Is that £3.90 to make, or what they would sell for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lg1 Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 It's a good idea buddy but to be honest I really enjoy just making my own design stuff.. That's we're the fun lies for me. And £3.90 is a sale price Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeonblasterian Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 There is no doubt they do look good.Postage should be reasonable as well if they are only a slip over type sock.Look forward to seeing some trial results from these before i would commit to buying any.I still think a dead bird is the best type of decoy if you have it available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigman Posted November 3, 2013 Report Share Posted November 3, 2013 Nice looking coy , I think that Bigman would be a good person to test them ;-) he seems a very fair an honest type of chap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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