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First trumpet call - need some advice...

Started by DLPetrey, January 29, 2026, 11:12:42 AM

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Greg Massey

I agree, I've got more trumpets than my wife has SHOES ... just saying ... :OGturkeyhead:

Wvgobbler

Quote from: Greg Massey on February 07, 2026, 08:52:46 AMI agree, I've got more trumpets than my wife has SHOES ... just saying ... :OGturkeyhead:
https://oldgobbler.com/Forum/Smileys/classic/TooFunny.gif Sounds like she's going to kill you one day Greg!!

Texan1894

I've only had one and it has been a Billy McCallister. It's a blast to practice on. I began to really like it before last season and harvested a couple birds with it. If you come across one for a good deal I'd definitely grab it.
"Let the joy of the Lord be your strength"
Nehemiah 8:10

btodd00


MITurkey


Georgia Boy

Anthony Ellis——AGE trumpets. Anthony makes a very good trumpet and might have a few ready to sell.

BDeal

I bought two trumpets last year shortly after season end and I still suck at playing them. I'll likely stick to my trusty pot calls.

spurs2bgobblin

Quote from: DUPREE on January 31, 2026, 03:12:54 PMThere are a lot of good trumpet makers out there.

I've got some ready to go for $150 to your door. I don't know how to post sound file on here, but feel free to pm me your number and I will send some via text.


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Get a shorty from Sam Dupree, you won't be disappointed at all! Great calls!
"In the South it's an understanding. To a turkey hunter, it's a life not subject to change. They know it's crazy. But to them, to us, it's worth it."

misfire

Quote from: BDeal on February 12, 2026, 11:57:50 AMI bought two trumpets last year shortly after season end and I still suck at playing them. I'll likely stick to my trusty pot calls.

That is where most people mess up though. The "I am not any good" mindset really messes them up. Think of it this way, how many times have you sat on a tree and hear the most awful racket coming down the lane, thinking it is some guy on a Walmart box call, only to see a real hen walking up? If you took a real hen and put her on a competition stage, she would finish dead last EVERY time. If you can make a noise on a air operated call, carry it and try it out, you may be pleasantly surprised.
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EZ

Quote from: misfire on February 23, 2026, 08:38:15 AM
Quote from: BDeal on February 12, 2026, 11:57:50 AMI bought two trumpets last year shortly after season end and I still suck at playing them. I'll likely stick to my trusty pot calls.

That is where most people mess up though. The "I am not any good" mindset really messes them up. Think of it this way, how many times have you sat on a tree and hear the most awful racket coming down the lane, thinking it is some guy on a Walmart box call, only to see a real hen walking up? If you took a real hen and put her on a competition stage, she would finish dead last EVERY time. If you can make a noise on a air operated call, carry it and try it out, you may be pleasantly surprised.

Pay attention to this!!!

Greg Massey

Quote from: EZ on February 23, 2026, 09:30:44 AM
Quote from: misfire on February 23, 2026, 08:38:15 AM
Quote from: BDeal on February 12, 2026, 11:57:50 AMI bought two trumpets last year shortly after season end and I still suck at playing them. I'll likely stick to my trusty pot calls.

That is where most people mess up though. The "I am not any good" mindset really messes them up. Think of it this way, how many times have you sat on a tree and hear the most awful racket coming down the lane, thinking it is some guy on a Walmart box call, only to see a real hen walking up? If you took a real hen and put her on a competition stage, she would finish dead last EVERY time. If you can make a noise on a air operated call, carry it and try it out, you may be pleasantly surprised.

Pay attention to this!!!

X2

BDeal

Thanks guys. I'm still trying to practice. Occasionally I sound ok but very inconsistent

drk9988

Quote from: Boykin Hollow on February 07, 2026, 05:30:08 AMWarning,  I would advise not going down that rabbit hole.  You may never come out. Its an addiction !!!!!

This man knows things!

kytrkyhntr

for a rock solid trumpet that is great to learn on, easy to run, and wont break the bank look at @wgcustomcalls on instagram. hes located in kentucky and is a talented call maker whos an actual turkey hunter. i cant recommend his stuff enough. get with him and he will turn you a call that looks like its 4x more what you paid for it AND it will have the sound. that goes for anyone reading this post.
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