Are G&H Decoys good?

G&H has a reputation for quality and longevity, and is steeped in the finest traditions of waterfowl hunting.

What happened to G&H Decoys?

The G&H Decoys company started in a building with a pot bellied stove back in 1934. They’re still at it and hope to continue as long as ducks and geese arrive every fall. This is the third generation family company that’s now run by 84-year-old Duck Gazalski.

Who bought G&H Decoys?

Learning of his passing, an ownership team organized by avid outdoorsman and local lawyer Ray Penny purchased the business in 2021. The once 150-employee strong American manufacturing company was now down to 12 employees. “This is a piece of American history and we have to try to save it,” said G&H Decoys CEO Penny.

Is G and H decoys still in business?

We’re proud to announce that G&H Decoy, Inc., is still in business and looking forward to 87 more years. Under new ownership, we plan to continue making the same great products you’ve hunted over for decades, in our factory in Henryetta, Oklahoma.

Where are Dave Smith decoys made?

Lebanon, Oregon
#DSDecoys are manufactured by a group of die-hard hunters out of a small shop in Lebanon, Oregon. Realism,quality and customer service are ALWAYS #1! We simply refuse to cut corners in our manufacturing process and every sale is backed by friendly, reliable customer service.

Will a doe decoy scare deer away?

Using decoys is a great way to directly influence deer behavior and bring them within range to take a well-placed shot. However, misusing decoys either limit their effectiveness or cause deer to avoid the area.

How many duck decoys do you need?

On smaller, confined waters, a spread of six to 36 decoys should be sufficient. On larger waters or dry fields, hunters should put out as many decoys as practical. I never heard of anybody scaring ducks or geese away because they used too many decoys. Typically, the more, the merrier.

How do you make decoys less shiny?

“Flocking absorbs light and reduces the sheen and reflection you see on a standard decoy,” he says. “It’s especially effective when it’s sunny or there is a light mist. Flocking won’t shine like plastic will.”

Which is better a buck or doe decoy?

“Buck or doe — which decoy works the best?” This is a question I get asked a lot. The answer is easy — “both of them work!” The very best decoy set-up is a buck with a doe. At this time of the year, it’s November here in the Midwest, a buck, which does not have a doe, cannot stand it when he spots a buck getting lucky.

Which way do you face a deer decoy?

PLACE FOR YOUR SHOT It can be angling left or right, but it needs to face in the general direction of your stand because when a buck comes in to a buck decoy he will nearly always circle downwind of it, then come in to face it head-on. This naturally puts him between your stand and the decoy for a closer shot.

Why does everyone use mallard decoys?

Decoy Species In most puddle duck spreads, mallards are the predominant species. In nature, these ducks are universal, and other species routinely intermingle with them. Thus, mallard decoys will also draw pintails, teal, gadwalls, widgeons, and other puddle ducks.