Marlin 3

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If you would only use a perfect version of the marlin eye, we've got something you might be interested in. Our Marlin 3 eye, developed with taxidermy experts, is suitable for commercial and competition taxidermy work. With a medium black pupil of a teardrop shape and a glaring iris with interleaving light- and dark-blue rays, reaching the black-banded edge, this eye is true in shape, size and coloration. The eyes are cast from polymer materials. We use our own patented technology that gives them extreme hardness, chemical stability, and heat resistance. The eyes can be dry-cleaned, treated with most organic solvents, and heated to 130 degrees Celsius (about 260 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 20 minutes. The iris and pupil are digitally printed, which allows us to create very complex images. The image is refracted by the strong lens in a special way, creating the unique effect of a real eye. On the back side of the eye, there is a ribbed plastic peg that helps position and set the eye on a mold. It can be snapped off if not needed.