Some insight for folks looking for that next new call

[drenalinld]

I can also add that strikers are really a critical part of the process.  I have found that some calls sound totally different using different strikers.

My approach is to keep a decent variety of calls & strikers around, and keep testing all of them until you find what you like.  Even then, I carry several strikers & calls with me in the field because conditions change, birds change, etc.

Good post Wendell 



mudhen

Mudhen, that is an awesome looking collection of calls!! You are right about the striker, I tend to stick with favorite strikers more than favorite pots.

I found Wendell online just before I found OG. I will have a LightsOut call or two before next Spring. It looks like you're a believer.

[ChiefBubba]

Wendell every call I've gotten from you has been good to go right out of the box. About the only thing I've ever asked from a call maker was a very raspy sounding call. For the most part I just let them build it the way they want. They know more about call building then I do, that's why I'm not building my own.  .  The one problem I end up with is I tend to start mixing up strikers and can't remember what was with a call originally.  . Thanks to all the call makers for keeping my addiction going.  Chief.

[pappy]

I love this post, it explains a lot that every buyer should know and understand, Wendell I wish I had your way with words...pappy

[Gobble Nole]

Wendell did a great job when I called him and explained what I was looking for.  I since have a glass, aluminum, and slate call all hand made by him and I am proud to own them.  Each call is unique and takes time to master, but I am pretty confident in all three when I walk in the woods.  Also, it was very obvious that Wendell was more worried about putting out a quality product that satisfies the customer instead of making a little cash.  Great customer service and very good explanation.