Turtle Shell Call?

[wvbirdtracker]

I'm new to both Old Gobbler and also attempting to make a turtle shell call. I see some places online where I can order slate, glass, alluminum, etc. Which would be easiest to deal with for a first timer. Also any suggestions on how to get an accurate measurement off of the shell so that I know how to cut my surface material?

[gobblergls]

Make a template out of thin cardboard.  Trim the cardboard until it fits. Trace the template over the slate.

[wvbirdtracker]

Well, the carboard makes sense... just realized I put turkey shell, instead of turtle.... That's a new breed we have in WV, they are beginning to grow shells along with their beards...Thanks for the cardboard idea.

[gobblergls]

[WillowRidgeCalls]

Just make sure the turtle shell is a legal one, a lot of states now have laws about owning turtle shells?

[smurf]

Just make sure the turtle shell is a legal one, a lot of states now have laws about owning turtle shells?

In Missouri you can own any except alligator snapping turtles.  You can't even own one if you pick an empty shell up. 

[wvbirdtracker]

I'm fairly sure that in WV the only thing outlawed is electronic calls.... not sure why you'd want to use those anyway.