The Higdon Outdoors Mallard Battleship Swimmer delivers realistic motion and detail that attracts mallards from long distances. This premium drake decoy features an innovative weighted keel system that creates natural swimming action in even light wind conditions, making it a standout addition to any waterfowl spread.
What Makes This Different
The Battleship Swimmer incorporates Higdon's proprietary weighted keel design that produces continuous, lifelike movement without requiring wind or current. Unlike standard floating decoys that sit motionless in calm conditions, this swimmer maintains active motion through its balanced weight distribution. The multi-directional swimming pattern mimics feeding behavior that triggers aggressive responses from incoming mallards.
Key Features
- Weighted keel system creates natural swimming motion in calm water
- High-definition paint scheme with UV-resistant finish prevents fading
- Durable hollow-body construction withstands repeated use and transport
- Realistic mallard drake coloration with iridescent green head detail
- Low-profile design reduces glare and maintains natural silhouette
- Compatible with standard decoy anchors and rigging systems
- Oversized body profile increases visibility at extended ranges
Field performance demonstrates consistent attraction power across various hunting conditions. The swimmer's motion draws attention from passing flights while the detailed paint work convinces wary birds at close range. The robust construction handles rough water and rocky shorelines without damage to the finish or structural integrity. Hunters report improved success rates when incorporating swimmers into traditional decoy spreads.
Technical Specs
- Species: Mallard Drake
- Construction: Hollow-body polymer with weighted keel
- Finish: Multi-color UV-resistant paint system
- Dimensions: Full-size mallard profile
- Weight: Optimized for natural swimming action
- Rigging: Standard decoy anchor compatible
- Model: 54083
- UPC: 710617540836
The Battleship Swimmer represents proven waterfowl attraction technology in a field-tested package. Professional guides and serious hunters choose this decoy for its consistent performance and durability. Stock levels fluctuate during peak hunting seasons as demand increases for this effective mallard magnet.