Personally, i have never used a deer decoy but have entertained it. I can see where it would play a part at certain times of the year. cool pic scott. how did button react to the Brutus? did he hang around or get nervous and leave? Do you rattle when using him, or more grunting, just curious, like i said, im in the dark using a decoy but may give it a stab sometime. lookin for info