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I have ZERO experience using any sort of elk call, but would like to get one and begin practicing. I am interested in a roof-of-the-mouth, diaphragm-style call. Do people have specific make/model recommendations for a good, all-around call?
I use Primos, Phelps, and Carlton's. I have basic 1 reed calls as well as 2 reed calls but it really depends on whether you will be targeting bulls of cows and what sounds you want. Calls are not super cheap for what they are but I would get one of each, a bull call and a cow/calf call to cover the bases and buy multiple brands and practice with each to find the ones that you feel comfortable and confident with. And when you go into the field, bring a variety of calls because some work well in certain areas and some don't. And don't just use bull calls, cow and calf calls with bring elk in just as well, circumstances depending. Now that being said, I myself am a newbie but that is what I have learned so far.
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