Elevate Your Turkey Hunting Success with the Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call

For dedicated turkey hunters, success often hinges on one critical factor: the ability to mimic the nuanced vocalizations of wild turkeys with compelling realism. Whether you're a seasoned gobbler chaser or just starting your journey into the thrilling world of turkey hunting, the right call can be the ultimate game-changer. This deep dive explores why the Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call, a triple-reed marvel, is widely considered an indispensable tool for attracting and bagging elusive turkeys, transforming challenging hunts into memorable victories.

Why is Effective Turkey Calling So Crucial?

Turkey hunting isn't just about finding birds; it's about engaging with them on their terms. A realistic, versatile call allows you to:

• Locate Distant Birds: Use loud yelps and cuts to solicit a shock gobble from a tom hidden deep in the timber.
• Draw Them Closer: Once located, subtle clucks, purrs, and soft yelps can entice wary birds into shooting range.
• Decipher Their Mood: Different calls communicate different messages. Understanding and replicating these can help you read a turkey's intentions.
• Overcome Pressure: In areas with pressured birds, a call that sounds uniquely authentic can be the difference between a bird that hangs up and one that commits.
• Maximize Limited Opportunities: When time is short, a highly effective call helps you capitalize on every encounter.

The core problem for many hunters is achieving consistent, realistic sounds. Poor-quality calls or calls that are difficult to master can lead to unnatural sounds that alarm turkeys rather than attract them. The Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus call directly addresses this, offering an intuitive design and superior sound quality that makes realistic calling accessible to more hunters.

Understanding the Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call

At the heart of the Woodhaven Blue Cutter is a commitment to delivering unparalleled turkey vocalizations. Designed in collaboration with legendary turkey hunter Billy Yargus, this call embodies years of on-the-ground experience and a deep understanding of turkey behavior.

What is a Diaphragm Call?

A diaphragm call, often referred to as a mouth call, is a small, horseshoe-shaped device with latex or prophylactic reeds stretched across a frame. It's placed in the roof of the mouth and produces sound by blowing air over the reeds while applying varying pressure with the tongue.

Key Advantages of Diaphragm Calls:

• Hands-Free Operation: This is perhaps the biggest advantage. Your hands remain free to hold your gun, adjust your setup, or operate decoys, allowing for quick, seamless transitions from calling to shooting.
• Versatility: A single diaphragm call can produce a wide range of turkey sounds, from the softest purrs to aggressive gobbles.
• Portability: Small and lightweight, they are easy to carry multiple calls without adding bulk.
• Realistic Sounds: When mastered, diaphragm calls can produce some of the most lifelike turkey vocalizations.

The Innovation of the "Blue Cutter" Triple Reed Design

The Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus call stands out due to its specific configuration: a triple reed design featuring the unique "Blue Cutter" reed. This specialized reed material and precise cut are engineered to provide an exceptional blend of realism, volume, and ease of use.

• Triple Reed System: This configuration provides the depth and complexity needed to mimic a wide array of turkey sounds. The multiple reeds interact to create rich overtones and varied pitches, crucial for sounding like a real turkey.
• "Blue Cutter" Reed Material: This proprietary material is renowned for its ability to produce incredibly realistic, raspy yelps and cutting sounds. It allows for a sharp, clear front end on yelps, transitioning smoothly into a gritty break, which is exactly what mature gobblers respond to. It also offers excellent durability, maintaining its integrity and sound quality through countless hunts.
• Signature Cut: Billy Yargus’s specific cut on the reeds is not just aesthetic; it’s functional. This precise cut dictates how air flows over the reeds, influencing the call’s responsiveness, ease of use, and the distinct tonal qualities it produces. It's designed to make aggressive cutting and excited yelps sound effortless and authentic.

Designed by a Master: Billy Yargus's Influence

Billy Yargus is not just a name on a product; he is a celebrated figure in the turkey hunting community, known for his incredible calling ability and success in the field. His direct input ensures that the Woodhaven Blue Cutter is not just another call, but a finely tuned instrument built for real-world hunting scenarios. His expertise means the call is:

• Field-Proven: It's designed based on what works when facing wily, real-world turkeys, not just in a calling lab.
• Hunter-Focused: Features are optimized for ease of use in the field, from cold mornings to intense close-quarter encounters.
• Sound Accurate: Every nuance, from the roll of a purr to the sharp crack of a cut, has been meticulously refined to replicate natural turkey sounds.

Mastering Turkey Vocalizations with the Woodhaven Blue Cutter

One of the greatest strengths of the Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus call is its versatility. With practice, you can produce the full range of turkey vocalizations necessary to communicate effectively with birds.

Essential Turkey Sounds and When to Use Them:

1. Yelp: The most fundamental turkey sound. It’s an assembly call, indicating a hen’s location.
   • Paced Yelp: A series of 5-7 notes, often used to announce presence or solicit a gobble.
   • Excited Yelp: Faster, higher-pitched yelps, suggesting a hen is looking for a gobbler. The Blue Cutter excels at these.
   • Lost Yelp: Longer, drawn-out yelps, indicating a lone bird trying to locate others.
   • Using the Blue Cutter for Yelps: Focus on consistent air pressure and a "yawk" sound with your tongue. The triple reed makes it easy to get that desired raspy break.
2. Cluck: A short, sharp note of contentment or curiosity.
   • Single Cluck: Used to get a turkey’s attention or signal "I'm here."
   • Series of Clucks: Can indicate a calm, feeding hen.
   • Using the Blue Cutter for Clucks: Use a short burst of air with a quick tongue stop, almost like saying "puck."
3. Purr: A soft, rolling sound of contentment, often made while feeding.
   • Feeding Purr: Very soft, used to create a relaxed, non-threatening atmosphere.
   • Fighting Purr: Louder, more aggressive purrs, indicating dominance, often combined with aggressive clucks.
   • Using the Blue Cutter for Purrs: Requires precise tongue pressure and a slow, controlled air release, almost like gargling gently. The triple reed helps achieve a realistic roll.
4. Cut: A series of sharp, irregular, excited clucks, signaling excitement or impatience.
   • Aggressive Cuts: Used to challenge a gobbler or simulate an excited hen.
   • Using the Blue Cutter for Cuts: These are a forte of the Blue Cutter. Use short, sharp bursts of air with an abrupt tongue stop, varying the rhythm and volume.
5. Gobble: The male turkey's signature call, used to announce his presence and dominance. While more challenging on a diaphragm call, the Blue Cutter can produce a convincing gobble with advanced technique, useful for challenging dominant toms.
6. Kee-Kee: A high-pitched whistle, typically from young turkeys or lost birds. Can be very effective in the fall.

Tips for Using Your Diaphragm Call:

• Placement: Position the call comfortably against the roof of your mouth, just behind your front teeth. The open end should face outward.
• Tongue Pressure: Your tongue acts as a valve, controlling airflow and reed vibration. Experiment with different pressures to achieve various sounds.
• Air Pressure: Consistency is key. Blow a steady stream of air from your diaphragm, not just your cheeks.
• Hydration: Keep your mouth moist. A dry mouth can make calling difficult.
• Practice: Like any instrument, mastery comes with practice. Start with simple yelps and gradually work your way up to more complex sequences.
• Listen to Real Turkeys: The best way to learn is to listen to live turkeys and try to replicate their sounds.

Why the Woodhaven Blue Cutter is an Essential Addition to Your Kit

Beyond its specific features, the Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call offers tangible benefits that translate directly into better hunting experiences:

• Unparalleled Realism: The Blue Cutter reed material and triple-reed design produce sounds so authentic, even the wariest gobblers will struggle to differentiate them from a live hen. This means fewer birds hanging up out of range.
• Hands-Free Advantage in Critical Moments: Imagine a tom strutting into view, fully committed. With a diaphragm call, your hands are free to shoulder your shotgun smoothly, without fumbling with a pot call or box call, minimizing movement that could spook the bird.
• Versatility for Every Scenario: From soft tree yelps at dawn to aggressive cuts to challenge a hung-up gobbler at midday, this single call can do it all. It adapts to various hunting pressure, terrain, and turkey moods.
• Durability and Consistency: Woodhaven Custom Calls are known for their quality. The Blue Cutter is built to last, providing consistent sound and performance season after season, unlike calls that quickly lose their tune.
• Confidence Builder: Knowing you have a call capable of producing top-tier sounds boosts your confidence in the field, which can significantly impact your patience and decision-making.

Addressing Common Hunter Questions with the Blue Cutter

"What's the best turkey call for beginners?"
While diaphragm calls have a slight learning curve, the Woodhaven Blue Cutter is an excellent choice for beginners committed to learning. Its responsive design makes it easier to achieve quality sounds compared to some other mouth calls, providing a solid foundation. With practice, even novices can quickly sound like seasoned callers.

"How can I make my turkey calls more realistic?"
The secret often lies in the call itself and your practice. The Woodhaven Blue Cutter's "Blue Cutter" reed material is specifically designed for realism, producing that natural rasp and break in the yelp that sounds like a real hen. Focusing on varied cadence, volume control, and incorporating different vocalizations (clucks, purrs) will also greatly enhance realism.

"What call should I use for wary gobblers?"
Wary gobblers often respond best to soft, subtle, and incredibly realistic calls. The Woodhaven Blue Cutter excels at delivering soft tree yelps, purrs, and quiet clucks that can coax a cautious tom into range without alarming him. Its ability to create nuanced, lifelike sounds is crucial in high-pressure hunting situations.

"Tips for calling in turkeys from a distance?"
When turkeys are far off, you need volume and a clear, cutting sound to get their attention. The triple-reed design of the Blue Cutter allows for significant volume when needed, enabling you to throw aggressive yelps and loud cuts across open fields or through dense timber to elicit a shock gobble or draw a bird closer.

"What are the essential gears for spring turkey hunting?"
Beyond your shotgun and camouflage, essential gear includes good optics, a comfortable seat or blind, and most importantly, a versatile set of calls. The Woodhaven Blue Cutter should be at the top of your list for mouth calls, providing the hands-free advantage and the range of sounds you need for any spring turkey scenario. It complements other call types like pot calls or box calls, giving you all the tools for success.

Maintenance for Peak Performance

To ensure your Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call performs optimally for seasons to come:

• Rinse After Use: After each hunt, gently rinse the call with cool water to remove saliva and debris.
• Air Dry: Allow the call to thoroughly air dry. Do not store it wet, as this can degrade the reeds.
• Store Properly: Keep the call in a protective case to prevent the reeds from bending or being damaged. Avoid direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.
• Avoid Contamination: Do not touch the reeds directly with your fingers, as oils can degrade the latex.

Why Choose Woodhaven Custom Calls?

Woodhaven Custom Calls has earned a stellar reputation among serious turkey hunters for a simple reason: they produce calls that work. Their commitment to quality craftsmanship, innovative design, and realistic sound reproduction is evident in every product they make. By choosing Woodhaven, you're not just buying a call; you're investing in a piece of equipment designed by hunters, for hunters, to maximize your success in the field. This ethos of excellence is perfectly embodied in the Blue Cutter Billy Yargus signature series.

Where to Find Your Woodhaven Blue Cutter

The Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call Triple Reed (UPC: 854627000796) is available from reputable hunting suppliers. For hunters seeking this exceptional call and a wide range of other high-quality hunting gear, DEGuns.com is a premier destination. Their extensive selection ensures you can find all the necessary tools to outfit yourself for your next turkey hunting adventure.

Conclusion

The Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call is more than just a turkey call; it's a meticulously crafted instrument designed to give you an undeniable edge in the field. Its unique "Blue Cutter" triple-reed configuration, combined with the expert insight of Billy Yargus, delivers unparalleled realism, versatility, and ease of use. Whether you're aiming to locate distant gobblers, entice wary hens, or bring a hung-up tom into close range, this call provides the authentic vocalizations needed to seal the deal. Elevate your turkey hunting game and experience the satisfaction of calling in more birds with this indispensable tool.

Product Specifications

Feature	Description
Product Name	Woodhaven Blue Cutter Billy Yargus Diaphragm Call
Reed Type	Triple Reed
Reed Material	"Blue Cutter" Proprietary Material
Purpose	Attracts Turkeys; Replicates Turkey Vocalizations
Designed By	Billy Yargus
UPC	854627000796
Brand	Woodhaven Custom Calls