A duck call opportunity

[DuckMan]

I did a boneheaded thing this past duck season. On one of the last trips I made, somehow my lanyard of duck calls came up missing. I am sure that it fell out of my wader pocket. I NEVER put them in there and the first time I do, they're gone. DOH!!

Anyway, I would like to hear about what brands and types of duck/goose calls that you would purchase if you were in my place. I have my favorites that I will likely get again, but I want to hear from the rest of you about what brands and types you like. I am 99% puddle duck guy, but if you have some diver call favorites, feel free to list them too.

One last question: When is Outdoor-rama? Last time I went there were tons of guys showing off calls.

TIA for your responses!

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DuckMan

[Neapolis]

Of the 6 duck calls I currently have, my favorites are from Crackling Mallard Duck Calls out of Tennessee. Chester Mathias makes a fine call and I have two.


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[flatsman]

I got a couple of Jack Wilson calls Ive been using them about 4yrs. and I like them alot. He is from Mich. Ph. 810-659-3673 The calls cost 40.00 to whatever you can spend. For goose I have been usin a Tim Grounds Ive also heard that the Sean Mann calls sound good. Good Luck

[michiduck]

Duckman,

The only calls I use are Art Beauchamp's.
They are made in Flint and are my personal favorites. You can pick one up from The Fishing Tackle Grab Bag in Davison, or you can check out the entire assortment of his calls at Beauchamp's Hardware on Pierson Rd. You can pick from a number of calls and test them out there to find the sound you want. My personal favorite is the Original hunter but I also like the Competition Pro. These calls are great and range in price from $15-$25.

Hope this helps!

[DuckMan]

Thanks for the replies. I have heard about Beauchamp calls before as well. I might have to check it out since they are right here in town.

I am a Big River calls fan. It's one of the first calls I picked up to learn with and I just feel comfortable with them.

Anyone else? I am surprised at only a few opinions on Duck calls.....

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DuckMan

[KON]

I hate to count the calls I've lost over the years....probably why I started making my own about 8 years ago.....

If I had to make a reccomendation for a retail available caall and price was no problem...Carlson Campion Calls


Otherwise...shoot me an email...tell me what your looking for...maybe I can help you out

KO

[CampBamf]

Wouldnt this topic be better off in the waterfowl thread? Not that I mind talking duck hunting.

[SteelSearchin]

After a six year lull...who cares what forum it's on.;)

As far as calls go:
Ducks: Primos Wench or a Hag
Geese: Bill Saunders Traffic or a Landing Zone (local call maker) short reed

And yes, we do best when I leave all of them tucked in my coat or in my pocket!

[michigander88]

For the last couple yrs I've been blowin'a GK mallard slayer

MI88

[smoke]

www.quackerattacker.net

[GRUNDY]

I also like QuackerAttacker calls.

I'm Brian, and I support this message.

[Branta]

haven't tried the quackattacker, but like Michigander88 I like the GK slayer. I also like the echo dbl reed timber. they're all about $30-45.

they're all have a squeaky / chalky back end. don't know that it makes a difference to the ducks, but it sounds real to me!
and surprisingly, they all sound really, really similar. (that's all I gots to say about that. ;) )

[adam bomb]

I use the Primos Yo Sista and the Echo timber call. Both are resonably priced and sound real ducky to me....and apparently the ducks.:evilsmile

Good luck with your purchase, whatever you decide.

[bigrackmack]

This thread is from 2001......I would think he has some calls by now....Mack

[sean]

Im confused,:confused: why does the date say 2001? I thought my computer was messing up or something, not that I care......2001.....I was still in my 20's (good times):lol:

[GRUNDY]

2001! Doh, there goes my fast fingers again!

QuackerAttacker is still good though.....

[quackaddict]

I like lewis custom calls myself. but quacker attackers are sweet too!! (dont own one have test drove em though) one goose call i like and i got for under 40 bucks is the hunters specialties bad medicine (the cheap version) also the phat lady single reed is nice too. I would go to gander mountain and drive the people nuts lol! giant ganderz can get you in touch with lewis if you are interested or hes has a web site too.

[D Buck]

I use Art Beauchamp calls. He was a friend of my Dads. If I remember right, he was the champion of champions duck caller, not just world champion.

[sean]

Longest thread ever.......6 years and running, thanks to Kon (man) and his spamming.:lol::yikes:

[smoke73]

Please lock this thread! :rolleyes::dizzy::help: