Saw off the brow tines and wear leather gloves to keep from mashing fingers. The two point design resonates sound like a tuning fork, giving you the advantage of reaching the ears of deer that might be over a mile away. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Its a tool that can bring a big buck in when used correctly. Basically, rattling comes down to making a loud crashing sound to mimic two bucks connecting horns. When live deer clash antlers, the sound is a deeper thud than when you. Post rut rattling by now most does have been bred, but some of them didnt take and will be coming back into season. Rattling horns with two full racks sound like fullon buck. In my book, rattling is one of my alltime favorite tactics. Listen to an excerpt from rattling books unabridged audio book edition of mckays poetry collection songs for the songs of birds, available as an audio cd or an mp3 download. Rattling, and all thats associated with it, is an aggressive technique, one that can leave a hunter sweating even on the coldest of days. While many hunters haphazardly smash antlers together in hopes of attracting a buck, its much better to use a little finesse. Plus, you wont bust up your hands while using these, which every hunter can appreciate.
A synthetic rattling antler that puts an two sets of antlers per side giving the hunter four antlers in one set of rattling antlers. Try to book something toward the end of the general rifle season when the bucks are starting to rut bob. Rattling can bring quick results, but thats not always the case. Repeat your antler rattling about every 1015 minutes. Flextones battle bones deliver longrange sound projection. However, to increase your chance at rattling in a mature buck, break out those antlers just as the rut seems to be quieting down. Rattling books literature to listen to audio cds and.
Nov 01, 2015 hellickson and crew saw greater than one buck per attempt 108 percent during the breeding season, though this included bucks of all age groups. Hunting rattling antlers, bigbuck 4n2s more volume and better sound for the deer hunter. When he starts rattling in earnest hell tickle the antlers together lightly at first to imitate two bucks that just met up, but arent fully engaged in a brawl yet. You can use variations and combinations of these calls when calling deer. He has remembered that sound ever since and tries to imitate it every time he picks up his rattling antlers. We offer custom leather tooling for your rattling sets. Critters love to chew on antlers and storing them outside for long periods of time will cause them to weather and affect the natural sound they produce. Theres a lot to be said for the sound of two natural antlers making noise. How to hunt deer using rattling antlers e book, instructional videos on rattling. Rattling books literature to listen to audio cds and downloads, tors cove, nl. Rattling antlers and rattle sticks and other devices can be used to mimc the sound of fighting bucks and bring them around for a closer look.
Chairlifts top brainmelt moments, titus andronicus record company fails, the top 10 partiest things. Listen to rattling the heat in deadwood by ann charles at. Rattling forks proprietary formula mimics the hardness of antlers, one of the hardest elements in the animal kingdom. It is thought that rattling attracts bucks because they may be attempting to assert their dominance, or possibly steal the doe the bucks are fighting. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The grey islands john steffler unabridged audio book. The first time i ever tried rattling, a buck came darting out of the timber and a buddy shot it all in less than one minute. Others slink in quietly, preferring to size up the situation before committing to action. Rattling books literature to listen to audio cds and downloads march 21, 2018 fogo set listening sample from coastal trade by robin mcgrath, performed by robert joy, rick boland and anita best, produced by chris brookes. Sometimes just the sound of antlers rubbing bark is enough of a challenge to. The grey islands by john steffler is another earlit audiobook title from rattling books, newfoundland publisher of canadian unabridged audiobooks aka audio books. Get cabela s real rack rattling antlers, and bring a few monsters to the base of your tree. Instead, they all prefer the real thing, agreeing that nothing beats them for sound.
The second is that the moment those two antlers come together, anything can happen. Say goodbye to accidental rattling and unwanted noise. For information on audio and video tapes, books, rattling antlers, or deer calls write. The 14 contact points reproduces buckfighting sounds from a light spar to an extra loud fight. The illusion black racktm deer rattling system features two full rackstm, exclusive bonecoretm technology and innovative black concealmenttm color, all of which make this system more effective than other methods, including using real shed antlers. It seems like the sound is louder and may carry more in the open woods. Any one of them will work if you catch a rutting buck in the right mood to respond. For more information on jim zumbos books, call 8006734868 or visit his. While some hunter use synthetic antler to rattle, i believe in using the real. Hes also produced audio and video tapes on the subject to show hunters how to call and what the actual deer sounds are like.
Coasting trade by robin mcgrath an audio book performance for three voicesnarrated by robert joy, rick boland and anita best listening time. The extended handle design gives hunters room to rattle without injuring their hands. Theres nothing like the sounds of a heated confrontation to bring the dominant bucks in close. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Get rattling sounds from soundsnap, the leading sound library for unlimited sfx downloads. Some hunters like just tickling the antlers together and then gradually working up the intensity.
Another thing i love about rattling forks is how easy they are to pack in a hunting bag, or begind the seat in a pickup. Black rack deer rattling antlers w instructional video, calls. Each tale not only explains more of violets history, but also shows the role each character plays in violets life. When to rattle, call, and do nothing at all ontario out of doors.
Rattle calls lure deer to the fight by replicating the noise of two bucks locking antlers. The last voyage of the karluk captain robert bartlett unabridged audio book edition. The antlers is an american indie rock band based in brooklyn, new york and led by singersongwriter peter silberman the antlers were first a silbermans solo project, but then, with the. Listen to rattling the heat in deadwood audiobook by ann charles. Coasting trade robin mcgrath an audio book performan. Rattling sounds download rattling sound effects now. With thirty years of elk hunting experience, paul medel and his company, elknut outdoor productions, author of myriad elk hunting books, articles, movies, cds, and blogs, has raised elk calling training to the next level with elknut though his partnership with got game technologies. Rattling books produces canadian audiobooks in newfoundland and labrador. Mickey hellickson, one of the top deer scientists in america, conducted a threeyear project on whitetail behavior and antler rattling on a 10,000acre ranch in south texas. When you rattle in texas, you can be reasonably sure that one or more bucks will. Illusion systems black rack rattling deer antlers with instructional video. I was busted and had to say yes, on my way out one afternoon i sat there for an hour or so.
Continue your antler rattling for 23 minutes then put the antlers down and pick up your rifle or bow and be ready for action. Ergonomic design makes rattling forks easy to use, carry, and store. The deer population was healthy and the buck doe ratio was near 1. These deer sounds are meant to be general examples of the different types of deer vocalizations that deer use. These small rubber straps can be adjusted to fit most any size set of rattling antlers and will literally silence them. These experiments led him to develop and produce the big buck 4n2 rattling antler. Will primos on early season rattling for deer john in the wild. Of the rattling devices he tested, clancy learned that calls shaped like antlers had audio that carried the furthest while rattling. Yearend lists from some of our favorite artists including. Whitetail deer call rattle rack system by illusion 4.
Jan 14, 2016 rattling antlers for calling in buck deer. So i thought about the buck fights ive watched and. Larger image, labeled, with rulers pictures are samples, every antler is different. Rattling antlers are one of the many sounds you can use to attract deer. To make this sound like a real fight sniffs, wheezes and grunts have also been thrown in for added effect. Rattling is something you either have confidence in or completely lack confidence in. We take great care to provide you with the highest quality product possible, will continue to grow and improve, and have more models available in the future.
And here theyre talking about antlers cut from a downed deer. Edna, the dotty bag lady fran varady used to see living in a churchyard with only feral cats for. They try and cover the antlers up, but find it is impossible. Instructional rattling videos and complete instructional book on how to rattle. This is a short aggressive rattling sequence to possibly lure in less aggressive, but curious buck, as well as the local dominant whitetail buck of the area.
The best deer hunting call that you can use may surprise, because it is the quietest call that you can use. Natural antler is good, but they deteriorate over time and the sound just doesnt travel as far. Compared to rattling antlers, snort wheezes, buck growls and even a doe bleat, the deer. Simulated antlers feature bone core technology for a realistic rattling tone. But i like the real antlers of a to 140class buck, which to me have just the right mass and heft to feel good and sound good.
Don t settle for another imitation rattling system. I sold the bulk of my sheds but still have a couple hundred to get rid of, so i figured i would try selling some for rattling. Elknut is the cutting edge of elk calling and hunting technology. Imogenes antlers, by david small this book is about a girl who wakes up with antlers on her head. Be sure to use racks with a neutral color so they arent seen by the deer. The calls may sound deeper or higher on your personal call depending on the call you are using. They believe that loud, inyourface rattling only spooks deer. This is one reason i prefer to use a grunt call rather than rattling antlers. New york whitetail deer hunting new york antler outdoors. They come with a hold drilled into the bottom base of each antler the white bottom bone area, not the brown visible area ready for use on a mount, as decoration or to create a great set of rattling antlers. Deer rattling is the simulation of two or more white tail bucks that are engaged in a fight. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. This site is dedicated to new york whitetail deer hunting and the great new york outdoors.
Most anything can be banged together to create a similar sound, but the difference between getting a buck interested and spooking him is. Haugen said he will start by tickling the antlers on the ends, creating a soft, high pitch. The grips are hand sewn one at a time and the initials are hand stamped. Real antlers my opinion real rattling antlers put out the absolute best sound. Her whole family is in dismay as the see her walking down for breakfast. Nov 05, 2014 todd informed me these convenient straps were the answer to silently carrying rattling antlers to and from a stand. In addition to this short story, there is a deleted scene from nearly departed in deadwood, the first book in the deadwood mystery series. Many sounds are made when two whitetail bucks are fighting. How to silently transport rattling antlers 365 whitetail. Bucks respond to rattling much more frequently than does do.
All i can tell you is the same kind of rattle bag called in a record book. Of course antler rattling is another way to close the distance between you and a buck. The first is that regardless of when or where one employs their rattling antlers, the goal is to emulate a natural confrontation. Canadian audiobooks audio books literature to listen to from newfoundland and labradors rattling books since 2003. Then, others around her find good use of her antlers, and make the best out of them. Instructional rattling videos and complete instructional book on.
Some bucks come charging in, hair up and ready to fight. Ive seen a lot of guys on here looking for rattling antlers. This is when bucks are most likely to be sparring and would expect to hear that sound. Larger antlers and some imitation racks work best because their sound carries farther. Of the rattling devices he tested, clancy learned that calls shaped like antlers had audio that carried the furthest while rattling bags carried the shortest. Rustling leaves and pounding the ground with a stick or rattling racks, and grunting and blowing add realism to the sound of rattling and thrashing. It is set in the story time between the third and fourth books in the deadwood mystery series. When whitetail bucks are establishing dominancy and seeking does for breeding, they may respond to deer rattling. Create a realistic territory battle with calls that draw the big bucks out for combat. Holding a light to the darkness within in 2009 peter silberman turned a breakup into a breakthrough the critically acclaimed concept album hospice. Buy products related to rattling antlers and see what customers say about rattling antlers on free delivery possible on eligible purchases.
We hope you enjoy our new york deer hunting stories, photos and information. No wonder that every accomplished hornshaker i know cusses the wind. Here, you can browse and shop through hundreds of antlers, deer antler sheds, and antler related items, all at your fingertips. So just when is the right time to tickle the tines. Then two days ago another guy that hunts that woods called and asked if i had used his ladder stand. I have a couple different rattle bags but this by far sounds the most realistic. Just let me no the size your looking for and ill put a set together for you.