Last year was the first year I rattled, and it worked pretty well. Unfortunately I had the wind change directions on me from the time I got into the tree and daylight. I started to rattle at first light. I did' nt even have time to pick up my bow when all of the sudden a nice 8 walked in. Hit the wind, and he was gone. Too far out for a shot (55 yards). I saw 7 bucks that morning. NO SHOTS though. I was pretty bummed out about not getting a shot off, but it was an exciting morning.