Grant Cole Decoy Auctions

09/11/2026

08/31/2026

Life gets busy.

There is always another auction to prepare for, another collection to catalog and another box to pack. Sometimes it’s good to stop, look back and acknowledge the people who helped us get here.

So today, we simply want to say thank you.

Thank you to the collectors, dealers, consignors, and friends who have shared their time and knowledge with us over the years.

Thank you for answering our questions, showing us your collections, studying decoys alongside us and pointing out the details we might otherwise have missed.

Grant grew up in the auction business as a second-generation auctioneer, and decoys have been our full-time focus since 2014. But no matter how long we do this, we know there will always be more to learn—and we are grateful for the people who continue to teach us.

We’re proud of what we’ve built together, grateful for the trust this community has placed in us and genuinely excited about what lies ahead.

Thanks and Happy Collecting,
Grant and Megan Cole
Grant Cole

08/27/2026

FROM OUR AUCTION TO YOUR COLLECTION 📦

Winning the bid is only part of the experience.

At Grant Cole Decoy Auctions, we handle our shipping in-house — because we believe the same care that goes into cataloging and selling a collection should continue until your purchase arrives at your door.

Your items aren’t simply handed off to an outside shipping company.

We pack them ourselves.

Grant is personally involved in packing and shipping, and each purchase is handled with the understanding that these aren’t just objects in a box. They may be valuable pieces of sporting history, additions to a carefully built collection, or something a buyer has been hoping to own for years.

From the auction block to your collection, we want to know your purchase is being handled with care every step of the way.

That’s why in-house shipping is an important part of the service we provide.

Grant Cole Decoy Auctions
Decoys • Sporting Collectibles • Collections

08/24/2026

When your name is on the company, you take the work personally.

At Grant Cole Decoy Auctions, Grant is involved in every step of the process.

He travels to pick up collections. He handles and catalogs the decoys. On auction day, he’s behind the microphone as your auctioneer. And when the bidding is over, he’s right back to work—personally packing and shipping purchases to collectors across the country.

For Grant, there isn’t a handoff from one department to the next. He knows the collections because he’s handled them. He knows the consignors. He knows the buyers. And he sees the process through from beginning to end.

It’s a hands-on approach to the auction business—and one we’re proud to put our name on.

Grant Cole Decoy Auctions
GCDecoys.com

08/19/2026

Customer Service That Goes Beyond the Auction

At Grant Cole Decoy Auctions, customer service is not handed off to a large staff. When you work with us, you work directly with Grant and Megan Cole.

From the first consultation through pickup, cataloging, promotion, auction day, and final settlement, we remain personally involved every step of the way. We take the time to answer questions, carefully handle each item, and develop a plan that meets the individual needs of every client.

But You Don’t Have to Take Our Word for It

Our customers consistently recognize Grant and Megan for their knowledge, honesty, responsiveness, and hands-on service.

Jim Wierzba, a collector with more than 40 years of experience, describes Grant as honest, motivated, and customer-service oriented. He especially values Grant’s willingness to handle entire collections rather than selecting only the highest-value pieces.

Kathy Weller’s experience involved a large collection belonging to her late husband. Grant traveled seven hours to personally evaluate the collection and later returned with a box truck to carefully pack and transport every item. He remained involved throughout two auction sessions, followed up after each sale, and achieved results that exceeded expectations.

A Truly Hands-On Experience

Whether you are selling one special piece, downsizing a collection, or managing an entire estate, you can expect honest guidance, clear communication, and personal attention from beginning to end.

The most important auction we will ever conduct is yours.

Contact Grant or Megan Cole
231-651-9099

08/17/2026

Family Owned. Collector Focused.

At Grant Cole Decoy Auctions, this business is personal.

As a family-owned company, we understand that a collection is more than a group of objects. It represents years of searching, learning, friendships, memories, and a genuine appreciation for sporting history.

That’s why we take a hands-on approach to every collection entrusted to us. From the first conversation through the final sale, you work directly with our family—and every piece receives the attention and respect it deserves.

Now we’d love to hear your story:

What first sparked your interest in collecting—and what was the first piece you brought home?

Share your story in the comments!

08/15/2026

Stop by the Port Hope Decoy Show!!! Cody Brown and all of the volunteers have put together a great show today.

We are previewing decoys from the Keith Snider and Conrad Clippert Collections to be offered in January 2027 Auction.

We are accepting quality consignments for this exciting auction. Contact Grant with any questions about buying or selling.

Thanks & Happy Collecting
Grant & Megan Cole
231-651-9099

www.GCdecoys.com

08/09/2026

Join Grant Cole Decoy Auctions at the Port Hope Decoy Show on Saturday, August 15.

We’ll be showcasing select decoys from our January 2027 Premiere Decoy & Sporting Collectible Auction, featuring the prestigious lifetime collections of Keith Snider and Conrad Clippert.

Among the highlights on display will be this important pair of Otto Misch Widgeons .

Visit us at the show for an advance look—and watch our website for more photographs of the exceptional decoys and sporting collectibles we’ll be bringing.

Learn more: https://www.gcdecoys.com/port-hope-decoy-show

08/02/2026

We are excited to welcome collectors from across the country for our August 2 Decoy & Sporting Collectible Auction.

This thoughtfully curated sale features antique decoys, contemporary carvings, fish spearing decoys, sporting art, books, and folk art—all available through our live online simulcast.

If you haven't already:

✓ Register your bidder account
✓ Preview the catalog
✓ Place your bids before the auction begins
✓ Join us tomorrow at 6:00 PM Eastern

Whether you're searching for an important addition to your collection or simply enjoy the excitement of auction day, we'd love to have you with us.

Browse the catalog, register, and start bidding today:

https://www.gcdecoys.com/auctions/7-august-2nd-decoy-and-sporting-collectible-auction

We'll see you tomorrow evening!

Grant Cole Decoy Auctions

07/31/2026

Ready to Bid? It’s Easy.

Whether you’ve participated in dozens of auctions or are joining us for the first time, bidding in our August 2nd Virtual Decoy & Sporting Collectible Auction is simple.

You have two convenient ways to bid:

🦆 GCDecoys.com
Bid directly through our website and enjoy our lowest buyer’s premium:
• 20% when paying by cash or check
• 25% when paying by credit card

🦆 HiBid
Already have a HiBid account? You’re welcome to bid there, too!
• 22% when paying by cash or check
• 27% when paying by credit card

No matter which platform you choose, you’ll be participating in the same simulcast auction. You’ll hear Grant calling the auction in real time as bids are accepted online from both bidding platforms. There is no live audience—all bidding takes place online.

Our catalog is open for preview, so you can browse the auction and leave absentee bids anytime before the simulcast begins.

📅 Simulcast Auction
Sunday, August 2, 2026

🔗 Register and browse the catalog:
www.GCDecoys.com

If you have any questions about registering, placing bids, or participating in the simulcast, we’re happy to help!

📞 231-651-9099
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

We look forward to having you join us on auction day!