Closed reed predator calls, how long do the reeds last?
08-11-2004, 04:06 PM
#1
Spike
Thread Starter
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Albreta, Canada
Posts: 69
Closed reed predator calls, how long do the reeds last?
I'm looking for a good predator call for coyotes, was wondering about Sceery's APC-5 (I think it is) jackrabbit distress call, I've been told that in closed reed calls the reeds ware out over time and need to be replaced every now and agian, was wondering roughly how long they last? And if I'm better off getting a hard to use open reed call?
08-11-2004, 06:32 PM
#2
Typical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 555
RE: Closed reed predator calls, how long do the reeds last?
There are many variables. How hard you use the call, how clean you keep it, etc. I've had some reeds last years and others had to be replaced after very little use. I've been calling for 35+ years now and if I were starting out today, knowing what I know, I'd use a custom made call as they sound different & better than over-the-counter calls.
Here is a Yellerdog YDD-2. This is an incredibly easy call to use and won't freeze up in cold weather like a closed reed call will.
Here is a closed reed set (longrange & squeeker) from Bearmanric. He also makes turned wood calls. All of them sound great!
Here is a Yellerdog YDD-2. This is an incredibly easy call to use and won't freeze up in cold weather like a closed reed call will.
Here is a closed reed set (longrange & squeeker) from Bearmanric. He also makes turned wood calls. All of them sound great!
08-11-2004, 08:31 PM
#3
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Elizabeth Colo. USA
Posts: 4,413
RE: Closed reed predator calls, how long do the reeds last?
Very few people will ever use a closed reed call enough to wear it out. Keep the debris out of them and they will usually last a long time!
