I use shed antlers for rattling. I too did not like the conventional set of antlers for rattling because they were too clumbsy to carry throught the woods. I started matching up same side sheds. I look for a shed that will fit just inside the other. I cut the browtines off and then grind them smooth to keep them from eating up your hands while rattling. They are super easy to pack. I put tuck them right in behind my fanny pack. I drill a hole through the base of each shed and attach a leather strap for hanging while on stand. I also use the strap to wrap around them for tucking in between my back and fanny pack for packing, which keeps them nice and quiet while walking and hands free while climbing in a stand.