Few experiences can be more pleasant than getting a sly tom within bow or even shotgun range via persuading his adjusted ear that a lonely hen is waiting his visit. Turkey calls, whether pot and peg, wing bone, mouth diaphragm or box variety, make an essential tool in any turkey hunter's toolkit. Most people hold one or more of these calls in their pockets with several more lying around in their car or bag. There are three major types of calls: slate calls, box calls and mouth calls, each with their own characteristics.

Initially named the pot and peg call and more frequently known today for the material from which it was originally made of, the slate calls are currently made from a selection of materials - aluminum, glass, slate - to offer diversity and are still extremely popular. Synthetic as well as glass materials used in nearly all slate turkey calls nowadays need less maintenance in comparison to the original slate, however care has got to be taken to assure quality call sound.

It's important to remember never touching the working elements of the caller with your fingers or anything that contains oil, as this may change the sound it makes or even wreck the call. At all times keep your calls in plastic bags or holsters in a cool and dry place. Direct the call in just one direction to make sure it gives the best achievable sound, sanding the picket tip for cleaning it of dirt or oil.

A lot of turkey hunters begin with the box call because it is easy to use, versatile and offers quality sound. The same hunters still utilize them later on for the above reasons, as well as for the high volume they are able to produce. Made from mixtures of wood, the turkey box calls need the most care out of all the turkey calls. Try to remember that, dissimilar to slate ones, box calls must never be directed, using just chalk which is free of oil plus only using it on the bottom of the lid. Keep the calls in a big plastic bag to avoid wetness from warping the wood.

While they are trickier to be used in comparison to other calls, skilled hunters go with the turkey mouth calls. The distinctive versatility lets hunters make each turkey vocalization required in spring or fall. A mouth call costs a great deal less than other types of calls and it's incredibly easy to care for. Be sure to keep in mind that storing up in a container or a plastic bag in the fridge when you're not using it is highly advisable, by no means let it get too hot or else the latex inside it will enlarge and alter the sound. Regularly clean the call with some cold water and sporadically spraying antiseptic on it to get rid of germs and bacteria.

You can always get custom turkey calls, unique pieces that would make any hunter proud of possessing one. Good hunters do not store up their preferred gun lacking a basic rinsing and maintenance to guarantee its unfailing service. Put in the same amount of effort into upholding your calls and they'll last for years.