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EARLY SEASON BUCK CALLS WORK BEST WITH REPEATING TONE AND VARIABLE PITCH, SUCH AS A DIAMONDBACK HUNTER 3.5. THESE CALLS ALLOW FOR QUICK CHANGES IN TONE AND PITCH, WHICH IS CRUCIAL FOR IMITATING THE VARIETY OF SOUNDS MADE BY DOES IN EARLY SEASON. THIS TYPE OF CALL IS ESPECIALLY EFFECTIVE IN WARM WEATHER DEER HABITATS.
Choosing the Right Call for Early Season Bucks
When selecting a call for early season bucks, look for one that can produce a wide range of tones and pitches. A call that can mimic the high-pitched sounds of a doe in distress, as well as the low, raspy grunts of a buck, will be more effective than one that can only produce a single tone. The Diamondback Hunter 3.5 is a popular choice among hunters, as it can produce up to 20 different sounds.
Techniques for Using a Repeating Tone Call
To get the most out of a repeating tone call, practice using it to create a variety of sounds. Start by making a series of short, high-pitched grunts to mimic a doe in distress. Then, quickly switch to a lower, more raspy tone to mimic the sound of a buck. Repeat this process several times, varying the pitch and tone to create a sense of urgency and excitement. This can help to draw bucks in quickly and get them to respond to the call.
Tips for Using a Variable Pitch Call in Warm Weather
In warm weather deer habitats, bucks are more active during the early morning and late evening hours. To get the most out of a variable pitch call during these times, use it to mimic the sounds of a doe in heat. Bucks are highly attracted to the sounds of a doe in estrus, and will often respond quickly to the call. To create the sound of a doe in heat, start with a series of high-pitched grunts, then gradually move to a lower, more raspy tone. Repeat this process several times, varying the pitch and tone to create a sense of excitement and urgency.
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