I have hunted woodcock with a gentleman from South Carolina who is a wood carver of birds, mostly game birds. I was introduced to Floyd by our friend here, Gil. His abilities are so far above most carvers that I can honestly say I've never seen his equal. Here's a few examples of his work. Everything you see in the pictures was carved by him from wood, even the shell box and hulls. I think most would agree this is true sporting art.

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