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Turkey Calls => Box Calls => Topic started by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 05:30:26 PM

Title: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 05:30:26 PM
I have been admiring all the fiddle boxes that get posted on our forum. I never thought I would be able to get one of my own till a great friend of mine on this forum hooked me up. All I can say is the experience of picking out this call with Marlin was beyond my expectations. He sent me pictures, sound bites, then personally helped me narrow down my decision. I picked the Granadillo lid over Yellow Poplar.  Not only does this call look good, It sounds awesome. Marlin spent a lot of time helping me make this pick. I normally only carry a Southern Belle Cody box, but this will take its place. It really is too nice to use, but sounds too good not to. Be safe, best of luck....
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: ChesterCopperpot on March 15, 2021, 05:38:07 PM
That's gorgeous! And hunt hell out of it, my friend. That's what they're for!


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Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 05:40:14 PM
Quote from: ChesterCopperpot on March 15, 2021, 05:38:07 PM
That's gorgeous! And hunt hell out of it, my friend. That's what they're for!


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You bet my brother. It will be at my side on my opener.......
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Jroddc on March 15, 2021, 05:49:52 PM
Nice one Tom!
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: jamo on March 15, 2021, 05:52:14 PM
Congrats! that's a good one there.
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Greg Massey on March 15, 2021, 05:59:05 PM
Beautiful fiddle box. Congratulations on making a great choice. I know this one want be your last one.
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Sir-diealot on March 15, 2021, 05:59:15 PM
Congratulations, I am still pretty new to the game but even I can tell his calls truly are something special.
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 06:02:41 PM
A heartfelt thank you to all. You guys all turned me on to these, they are all turkey.....
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 06:04:25 PM
From the words of Billy Ray Cyrus, "It won't be the last". :turkey2:
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Rapscallion Vermilion on March 15, 2021, 06:16:55 PM
Great looking box Tom!
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: paboxcall on March 15, 2021, 06:29:06 PM
That is a really nice fiddle. Congrats! And you're right, won't be the last one.

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Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: 3bailey3 on March 15, 2021, 06:42:26 PM
Awesome box Tom, Congrats!!
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 06:54:12 PM
Thanks team, Marlin is a legend, I am glad I had the chance to chat with him for over a hour. You look up turkey in the dictionary, his picture comes up. What a gentleman. Be well, our best times are right around the corner....
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: fishr64 on March 15, 2021, 07:32:37 PM
Congratulations Tom!! That's a sweet looking fiddle box and I'm sure it sounds just as sweet and has many turkeys in it! Good luck hunting with it this Spring.
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 07:35:40 PM
Quote from: fishr64 on March 15, 2021, 07:32:37 PM
Congratulations Tom!! That's a sweet looking fiddle box and I'm sure it sounds just as sweet and has many turkeys in it! Good luck hunting with it this Spring.

You as well, bust a beak or two this spring....or more if you wish.... :turkey2:
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Yoder409 on March 15, 2021, 08:44:39 PM
Great start to a new addiction............. Marlin calls.
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: sbbow on March 15, 2021, 09:20:47 PM
Good looking box congrats!


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Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 15, 2021, 09:31:58 PM
Yes, thanks. They sure sound real good... be safe..
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: GobbleGitr on March 15, 2021, 09:38:47 PM
Great purchase one of the best calls from one of the nicest guys!  The ole gobblers love my fiddlebox!
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: chefrific on March 15, 2021, 10:47:59 PM
Congratulations on a fine box!  It will serve you well.


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Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Bowguy on March 16, 2021, 06:08:07 AM
That's awesome! Great call and great guy. Good luck w it!
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Tom007 on March 16, 2021, 06:58:42 AM
Thanks, I owe it to you guys letting me in on the "secret" of these fiddle boxes. Be safe, best of luck....
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: tlh2865 on March 20, 2021, 05:02:24 PM
Welcome to one heck of an addiction!
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Charlie 51 on March 20, 2021, 06:04:20 PM
Marlins boxes are like Lays potato chips..You can't just have one..I've got 6 fiddle and 2 paddle..All are pure turkey..His paddle will blow you away..
Title: Re: Finally, a Watkins Beauty
Post by: Swim-Bait on March 21, 2021, 11:02:30 PM
I've come to the conclusion, that anything Marlin makes is on another level. He puts so much time into his calls. If he's willing to sell it, in his mind; it's as good as it gets. If not, he wouldn't sell it. Dude is amazing to talk to. Every call sounds amazing. One might sound better to your ear than another, but all sound amazing. And it's difficult to pick one, when he gives you multiple sound bites. They're definitely works of art, both in sound and craftsmanship. So much respect for than man. Super down to earth, but so much confidence in what he does. I only have two of his calls. Proud to own both. Congrats on getting one! Hope it helps you kill many birds.