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Old 03-21-2010 | 08:53 AM
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iamgreatwhite
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There are a lot of decoys to choose from and it seems most of them work well. With all the different combinations out there on the market it is hard to choose, especially if you are a beginner. Even people that want an upgrade find it hard sometimes...I know I do. I've used multiple combinations of decoys and strategies.
The pretty boy with the hen in the breeding position is my favorite choice. Mostly because its fun and hilarious to see how the birds react to the decoys. Nothing beats a timid jake with a slight streak of bravery to him. I find it comical to watch a jake attempt to act "bad" towards the mature tom decoy. They never really attack it, but they flinch at it to "try" to intimidate it. Its even better when they take a defensive position because they think the decoy might attack them. If you can contain yourself, and keep from shooting a mature bird when they attack the decoy that can be very entertaining as well.
Since the pretty boy first came out, I've been using it. It has consistently rewarded myself with a bird every year, as well as people I have assisted. So far my pretty boy with hen combo has produced over 10 kills. Some of them mine and others with people I have helped. This decoy is a great way to introduce a child to turkey hunting due to the reaction factor you get. Very rewarding experiences!
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