Locate stubborn gobblers with confidence. The Primos Hawk Quail Whistle (Model 311) is a premium, dual-purpose shock locator call designed to reveal the position of spring turkeys without spooking them. Crafted with a custom wood body, this call delivers the high-pitched, realistic frequencies needed to trigger immediate responses from mature toms.
Key Features & Specifications:
- Effective Shock Locator: Perfect for drawing sudden, instinctual shock gobbles from distant or quiet turkeys.
- Premium Wood Construction: Built with a custom wood barrel that produces rich, natural, and highly resonant tones.
- Dual-Function Versatility: Expertly mimics both the sharp cry of a hawk and the distinct assembly whistle of a quail.
- Compact & Portable: Lightweight design fits comfortably into any hunting vest pocket or attaches easily to a lanyard.
- Model Number: 311
How Do You Use the Primos Hawk Quail Whistle 311?
Operating the Primos 311 is straightforward, allowing you to alternate between two highly effective locator sounds:
- The Quail Assembly Whistle: Place your lips on the mouthpiece and blow a controlled, rhythmic sequence mimicking the "Where-are-you?" call. This sounds like a short, low note followed quickly by a sharp, rising note: "ah-bob-white!".
- The Hawk High-Pitched Cry: To produce the sharp, piercing scream of a hunting hawk, blow a sudden, high-pressure burst of air directly from your diaphragm into the call, letting the sound trail off cleanly: "Keeeeeerrr!".
- The Grip: Hold the barrel between your thumb and index finger. Cup your remaining fingers slightly over the end to modulate backpressure and add realistic depth to your calls.
- The Strategy: Use the call periodically while moving through thick timber or scouting fields. When a tom hears the sudden predatory hawk cry or quail whistle, he will instinctively shock-gobble, giving away his exact location.
Why a Shock Locator Call is Essential
Experienced turkey hunters rely on predator and bird whistles like the Primos 311 because they call out a tom without making him expect a hen. By using a hawk or quail sound, you can safely pinpoint his exact tree or ridge while keeping him in place, allowing you to set up your decoys and call him in on your own terms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a shock locator call for turkeys?
A shock locator call uses loud, sudden, or high-pitched non-turkey sounds—like a hawk scream or quail whistle—to startle a wild turkey. Roosters and toms will instinctively gobble in response to these sudden sounds, revealing their location to the hunter.
Will a hawk call scare wild turkeys away?
No. While hawks are predators, turkeys hear them daily in their natural environment. A sudden hawk cry triggers a defensive, vocal reflex (a shock gobble) rather than a flight response, making it highly effective for locating birds safely.
Is the Primos 311 easy for beginners to learn?
Yes. The Primos 311 features a user-friendly whistle design that requires minimal air pressure adjustment compared to diaphragm or reed-based calls. Beginners can achieve clear, realistic hawk and quail sounds with just a few minutes of practice.
