William R. Fishburne Scratch Box

Object/Artifact

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Wild Turkey Archives

A Fishburne calligraphy call owned by Chris McDonald showing slate striker sliding into into its slot

A Fishburne calligraphy call owned by Chris McDonald showing slate striker sliding into into its slot

Name/Title

William R. Fishburne Scratch Box

Entry/Object ID

VTC001A0018

Description

William R. Fishburne (1878-1953) of South Carolina made calls from 1905 until 1953, when he was struck by a car and died of his injuries. They are incredibly well constructed, with a slate striker that slides into a slot in the side of the call. Especially desirable are his "calligraphy calls,: adorned with the artistic writing of his friend Carl Metz.

Collection

Calls featured are from several collectors

Cataloged By

Brent Rogers

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Feb 1, 2026

Created By

Brent@awthf.org

Create Date

February 1, 2026

Updated By

Brent@awthf.org

Update Date

February 1, 2026