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Title: Box call suggestions
Post by: ThunderChickenGetter on March 13, 2015, 08:39:39 PM
I've got 4 different pot calls, no telling how many mouth calls, but I'm looking into getting a box. Any suggestions? Not looking to spend too much but I'd like to have a nice sounding call.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: bbcoach on March 13, 2015, 09:38:23 PM
Here's a couple from Spring Creek.  I have bought two from Mike and their all Turkey.   http://oldgobbler.com/Forum/index.php/topic,51866.0.html   
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Muzzy61 on March 13, 2015, 09:40:01 PM
You can get one from Spring Creek for under $40. Great call at a great price.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Spitten and drummen on March 14, 2015, 06:04:31 AM
Imo Albert Paul makes one of the finest box calls out there. They are a little pricey but man are they nice. Not to mention they will probably be a collectors item one day
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: zelmo1 on March 14, 2015, 07:52:58 AM
 :blob10: I am a Spring Creek fan also. I have a long box and a short box plus 2 scraters of his. Good calls
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: M Sharpe on March 14, 2015, 08:00:43 AM
I like a Russell Beard longbox and a Richard Hudson henbox
Title: Box call suggestions
Post by: ThunderChickenGetter on March 14, 2015, 09:13:19 AM
I'm thinking about ordering one from spring creek, what's a good sounding wood combo? I'm sure they all sound good but I just wondering what yalls preferences are. I don't have much experience with box calls as far as types of wood.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Muzzy61 on March 14, 2015, 12:05:22 PM
Quote from: ThunderChickenGetter on March 14, 2015, 09:13:19 AM
I'm thinking about ordering one from spring creek, what's a good sounding wood combo? I'm sure they all sound good but I just wondering what yalls preferences are. I don't have much experience with box calls as far as types of wood.
I have a black walnut over maple & blood wood over red cedar. Both sound great.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: bbcoach on March 14, 2015, 01:05:40 PM
Here is Mike's contact info.  Give him a call and tell him what you are looking for or ask him questions.  He should have some that he can play for you.  Great guy and Great Call maker.  gobblez@aol.com  H/P 269 963-1058           
Title: Box call suggestions
Post by: ThunderChickenGetter on March 14, 2015, 01:47:21 PM
Thanks! I'll be getting in touch with him soon.
Title: Box call suggestions
Post by: TauntoHawk on March 14, 2015, 06:29:05 PM
I've picked up a few lately from Al shoemaker SS custom calls and Frank Kruer III... They talk turkey and don't break the bank
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: coyote1 on March 14, 2015, 06:35:05 PM
Quote from: ThunderChickenGetter on March 14, 2015, 09:13:19 AM
I'm thinking about ordering one from spring creek, what's a good sounding wood combo? I'm sure they all sound good but I just wondering what yalls preferences are. I don't have much experience with box calls as far as types of wood.

Another vote for mikes calls. I have a yellow heart over black walnut and cherry over poplar, both sound great.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Marc on March 14, 2015, 10:31:25 PM
Quote from: Spitten and drummen on March 14, 2015, 06:04:31 AM
Imo Albert Paul makes one of the finest box calls out there. They are a little pricey but man are they nice. Not to mention they will probably be a collectors item one day

I just received one from him as a birthday present from my wife (I guess she wants me out of the house)...

I really liked the call, and enjoy the personal touches he puts on the call...  I told him what I wanted, and what I was using the call for, and took his recommendations on the wood and sound production...  I think a number of good custom call-makers will talk to you, and recommend the wood and style of call you are looking for to suit your needs...

The difference in price between a good custom call, and a mass-produced call is about the cost of gas for me to go hunting...  However, I do like a couple of the Lynch calls (and the cheapest one stays in my truck in case I want a less expensive call to use on a rainy day), and the Primos Heartbreaker is a good call as well.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: drum817 on March 15, 2015, 09:44:59 PM
Take a look at the SS field grade box calls..... Pure turkey.... Guaranteed!!!!!
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Big Guy on March 15, 2015, 11:52:25 PM
I've had a lot of luck with my Quaker Boy Grand Old Master. 
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Gooserbat on March 16, 2015, 12:55:39 AM
Take a look at the Gooserbat Cedar Chest.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Muzzy61 on March 16, 2015, 10:04:59 AM
Quote from: Big Guy on March 15, 2015, 11:52:25 PM
I've had a lot of luck with my Quaker Boy Grand Old Master.
I have one of the originals. Only production call I still have. If they don't respond to my other call, not scared to break it out.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: tomstopper on March 16, 2015, 10:12:24 AM
Quote from: Muzzy61 on March 13, 2015, 09:40:01 PM
You can get one from Spring Creek for under $40. Great call at a great price.
And you wont be disappointed.....
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Dr Juice on March 16, 2015, 08:23:35 PM
I've done well with a Quaker Boy Ol Grandmaster myself :turkey2:
Title: Box call suggestions
Post by: Snoodsniper on March 16, 2015, 09:52:24 PM
I can't run a box call to save my life. But this is the place to find a good one I'm sure. There's a lot of great call builders here.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: turkey_picker on March 16, 2015, 11:01:27 PM
Another vote for Paul's Call box, I got my first one in 1998. I never go hunting without it. I bought two more, one for each of my sons. I have called in more turkeys with it than any other call I have. You want be disappointed and he is heck of a nice fellow to talk to about turkey calls and hunting.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Bowguy on March 17, 2015, 03:12:18 AM
Quote from: drum817 on March 15, 2015, 09:44:59 PM
Take a look at the SS field grade box calls..... Pure turkey.... Guaranteed!!!!!
X2
Title: Box call suggestions
Post by: mudhen on March 17, 2015, 05:01:25 AM
Paul's Calls...


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Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Tail Feathers on March 17, 2015, 10:44:53 AM
Quote from: Spitten and drummen on March 14, 2015, 06:04:31 AM
Imo Albert Paul makes one of the finest box calls out there. They are a little pricey but man are they nice. Not to mention they will probably be a collectors item one day
Lots of good callmakers out there, but few make a call as good as Mr. Paul.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: falltoms on March 17, 2015, 07:34:02 PM
I started making my own boxes years ago, so its been quite sometime I bought one. But I see H.S. strut put the Field Champion back on the shelf. I don't know if the new version is any good, but the old ones talked turkey.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: rmbailey2010 on March 23, 2015, 06:35:41 AM
Check out Bible Belt Outdoors - Gospel Game Calls. They make a great short box that is very affordable but still custom made and 100% turkey!!
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: Dr Juice on March 23, 2015, 08:26:36 AM
The new Primos Hook Up is loud and sharp. One of the best sounding box calls I have come across ... and BTW, it was less than $30.
Title: Box call suggestions
Post by: VaTuRkStOmPeR on March 23, 2015, 08:30:25 AM
Albert Paul
Robert Clifft
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: kyturkeyhunter4 on April 01, 2015, 09:34:52 PM
Quote from: ThunderChickenGetter on March 13, 2015, 08:39:39 PM
I've got 4 different pot calls, no telling how many mouth calls, but I'm looking into getting a box. Any suggestions? Not looking to spend too much but I'd like to have a nice sounding call.
SS Custom Calls, They Make Awesome box Calls.
Title: Re: Box call suggestions
Post by: ridgerunner on April 01, 2015, 10:02:02 PM
I just picked up a Lonnie Mabry box call...I'd highly recommend one if you can get one..awesome call!