What does everything think about these calls? I have bought a couple and can use them ok.
Flextone makes a variety of calls.... If you are asking about their Thunder series, then I don't have anything to say other than they should be embarrassed to put their name on them - but that's just me.
Find you a custom call maker that will build you what you want. Money well spent. Most of that Flextone stuff is junk.
I have their diaphragms and they sound good. I have to trim them up a bit because they use a lot of tape.
Every flex tone I have bought I wish I would have used the money towards a custom or at least a better name call ....don't last long and most aren't very easy to use
I loved the first trash talker call I bought from them. I can run that bad boy better than any other. Killed two PA birds with it this year.
BUT
I had thought I misplaced my original. Bought 2 more for next year but wanted to go out with a buddy. Both the ones I bought were terrible. I bought 2 more hoping that I might get lucky. Came pretty close but just look at this picture.
(http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g346/mrichardson06/flextone%20calls_zpswevdxd5s.jpg)
Look at how different the tension, and cuts are. I am in the process of looking for a call maker who can make what I want. I found a good one here in PA that is going to send me a few to try out. Hope I can get one that I like.
Really bums me out though as I absolutely love that call. Can do turkey talk with it. Might not be the best at it, but decent enough.
I heard awhile back that Flextone bought out Zink. Hope the Zink calls do not suffer this fate.
Mark
Quote from: Lonehowl on May 13, 2015, 10:29:37 PM
I heard awhile back that Flextone bought out Zink. Hope the Zink calls do not suffer this fate.
Mark
Plano Synergy Announces the Acquisition of Zink Calls, Avian-X & 24/7 Productions
Posted on December 31, 2014
Plano Synergy Announces the Acquisitions
Plano, IL -(Ammoland.com)- Plano Synergy Outdoors, the leading manufacturer of hunting, fishing and other outdoor related products announces its purchase of Zink Calls, Avian-X and 24/7 Productions.
Zink Calls and Avian-X are leaders in the premium waterfowl call, turkey call, frame blind and hunting decoy categories. With field-proven products, the long-term mission of Zink Calls and Avian-X is to promote waterfowl and turkey hunting to the consumer in a traditional, ethical, responsible, and enjoyable manner.
The acquisition of Zink Calls and Avian-X, along with its existing brands, enhances Plano Synergy's ability to provide retailers with a one-stop shop for all waterfowl-hunting accessory and product needs.
Tom Hurt, President & CEO at Plano Synergy comments, "The brands are a natural fit for the growth of Plano Synergy. They represent best of class in innovation and quality- driven products that consumers and retailers demand, while at the same time complementing our existing position within the category. The addition of Zink Calls and Avian-X helps to further our position as the nation's premier hunting and fishing outdoor products company."
"Plano Synergy's pattern of purchasing and further developing major brands within the industry aligns with our long-term strategic growth objectives. It will be our focus to keep the brands true to their core, while taking them to the next level," says Fred Zink, President. "Further, and very important to us when considering a sale, is the desire of Plano Synergy to keep the operation intact and maintain the team that has been responsible for building and maintaining the Zink Calls and Avian-X personalities. We are all very excited about this new partnership, and look forward to a limitless future together."
Plano Synergy plans to maintain the operational presence in Port Clinton, OH, the current home of Zink Calls and Avian-X. The sales team and management executives will continue to manage key aspects of the company under the Plano Synergy platform. Plano Synergy will relocate basic back office and related activities to their Dallas, TX operations hub.
Plano Synergy Holding, Inc. is the leading US manufacturer and marketer of tackle boxes, equipment protection cases, crossbows, archery bows, game cameras, tree stands, ground blinds, food plot seeds, attractants, hunting packs, game calls, game feeders, metal detectors, and rangefinders for outdoor enthusiasts. For more than a half-century, Plano Synergy brands and products have inspired people to engage in outdoor pursuits throughout the world.
About Plano Synergy Holding, Inc.
Plano Synergy Holding, Inc. is the leading US manufacturer and marketer of fishing tackle boxes, archery equipment, game cameras, protective cases and other gear for hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The company's market-leading brands include Ameristep Hunting Products, Barnett Outdoors, Evolved Harvest & Habitats, Flextone Game Calls, Frabill, Halo Optics,Plano, Tenzing Outdoors and Wildgame Innovations. For more than a half-century, Plano Synergy brands and products inspire people to engage in outdoor pursuits throughout the world. For more information, please visit www.planosynergy.com.
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There junk every thing flextone makes I think is junk. I'm bought one of there electronic coyote callers it last a hole 2 days and stopped working. Every one has there on opinion but there stuff ain't for me.