Technical Hood Ornament Identification help

Hood Ornament Identification help. Just picked up this hood ornament and need ID help. Its about 14" long. Appreciate it.

 

48-49 Studebaker Champion, I think.

 

I believe you are correct

 

yes i think so as well but i think it spanned more years and did both cars and trucks from what i see on the bay after your direction.

 

here is a 1949 Studebaker that is at an auction ending today that i was watching but i think i am turning into a spectator, buddy is still high on a few things yet but i have been pushed passed my maxi on all my items i was bidding on.