OK guys, here it is...
I got the DOOM mallards rigged yesterday, and took them with me when I went dog training at my buddy's place. I threw them on the pond and guess what... they float!
Here's a pic if the pup retrieving a Dokken through them.
A close up of the glass eye and you can see the burlap texture.
I found that the strap weights wrap EASILY around the weighted keel.
All in all these dekes look and feel virtually indestructable. They have good coloring. They sit high on the water. The glass eyes are a very nice touch, and very real looking. Can't wait to give em' a try!