Metalbird Seconds - Pileated Woodpecker
A woodworker’s idol with a wild side. One of the most iconic birds in North America, the Pileated Woodpecker is a forest giant known for its fire-engine red crest and jackhammer pecking. If you’ve ever seen tree bark scattered at the base of a trunk like wood chips, this prehistoric-looking bird probably stopped by. Our Seconds version still packs all the drama and scale of the original — just with a few quirks in the finish.
SECONDS ARE FINAL SALE AND NON-RETURNABLE. These pieces may carry small visual imperfections like white splash, scratches, over-sanding, or cut inconsistencies — but rather than waste them, we’re offering them at a lower price. Same bold silhouette, just beautifully imperfect.
Our Pileated Woodpecker (Seconds) is:
✓ The same bold silhouette, now discounted – Minor imperfections only
✓ 11 inches high by 7.4 inches wide (excluding the branch), approx. 8oz
✓ Ships flat in an 11" x 8" x ¼" box – Giftable, mailable, or easy to stash
✓ Made in the USA – Crafted in a small, family-owned factory
✓ Corten® steel construction – Rusts to a natural patina outdoors
✓ Same-day shipping – On weekday orders placed before 2pm
✓ Beautifully imperfect – Marks may include scratches, over-sanding, white splash, or shape variation
✓ Low-waste thinking – These Seconds are salvaged to reduce material waste
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Each Metalbird is crafted from Corten® Steel, a premium, weathering steel made to last.
When it meets the elements, it doesn’t rust like your old BBQ. It transforms.
That change you’re seeing? That’s patina. A tough, protective outer layer that seals the steel, adds character, and preserves your bird for decades.
This isn’t paint. It’s nature’s way of ageing gracefully.
The Patina Process:
At first, you’ll notice bright orange spots (we call this the teenage phase). Soon enough, the whole bird will turn a bold orange, slowly shifting into deep burnt umber. Eventually, it settles into a moody charcoal that feels like it’s always belonged.
The Result? A piece of industrial art with a heartbeat. No peeling, no fading, just a bird that gets better with age.
