Looking at the jig I think you’ve got a good idea of the materials. Rabbit comes cut lengthways and crossways, of crosscut strips. The fur lays different on each one, like the nap on a piece of carpet. If you want durability on the head paint, you can try coating with a two part epoxy. That’s a learning curve in itself. Some are 5 minute and some take a very long time to set and not be tacky. The ones I tried this with were bounced off of concrete posts several times before the paint got hurt and then it wasn’t as bad as usual. I’m looking forward to seeing your finished jigs. I can see that one as being a good producer.
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