Spring is right around the corner, which means turkey hunting season is nearby! As turkey hunters we know that communication is critical for a successful hunting experience. Calling a turkey takes a special skill in combination with precision, patience, and of course the proper call. Each hunter has his or her go to call that always gets the job done. This week our 4 Seasons Outdoors team has presented the top 4 most frequently bought slate calls on Amazon. We will be scoring these 4 slate calls based on pitch accuracy, user friendliness and overall durability.
#1 Hunters Specialties Slate
At the top of our list, we have the Hunter Specialties Slate call. This call is perfect for beginners since it is accompanied by a quick reference removable cap with three basic calling slots to help even the most novice hunter master calling.
Score: 8.88
Pros
True realistic pitch
User friendly
Great beginner call
Durable
Reasonably priced
Cons
Brightly colored cap
Extensive surface maintenance
#2 Strut Commander Ole Scratch Slate Turkey Pot Call
Second on our list is the, Strut Commander Ole Scratch Slate Turkey Pot Call. This call is made right here in the USA, and is an all-around a good call.
Score: 8.75
Pros
True authentic sounds
Made is the USA
Reasonably priced
Easy to use
Overall great quality
Con
Brightly colored surface
#3 ESH Custom Turkey Call
Third on our list, we have the ESH Custom Turkey Call. This call is easy to use and great for beginners and seasoned veterans. The cherry hardwood and glass top give it a high pitched, realistic sound.
Score: 8.67
Pros
High realistic pitch
Versatile
Simple and easy to use
Great slate quality
Cons
Poor striker quality
On the pricier side
#4 Primos Hunting Rare Breed Slate Turkey Pot Call
Last to make our list is the, Primos Hunting Rare Breed Slate Turkey Pot Call. This call is extremely handy and can range from a variety of tones.
Score: 8.55
Pros
True realistic pitch
Great tone versatility
Reasonably Priced
High quality Striker
Cons
Not for beginners
Not the most durable
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