How to Attach a Sound Board & Reed to the Barrel of a Cow Call

Hunters often employ game calls to lure or entice an animal to come into their vicinity. A cow call is used to mimic the grunting sounds of elk. A game call is typically made up of three essential components; the barrel, the reed and soundboard. These pieces are fit together into one unit, forming the call. Often the reed or soundboard needs to be replaced. Installing the reed and soundboard into the barrel of a cow call can be accomplished with little difficulty.

Instructions

    • 1

      Unscrew the ring from the barrel. The ring holds all pieces of the call together. The ring may be metal, plastic or wood.

    • 2

      Pull out the old reed and soundboard from the barrel. These pieces will simply slide out, or may need to be unscrewed from the call depending on the manufacturer.

    • 3

      Set the reed on top of the soundboard. Ensure the tapered, thin end of the reed is facing towards the mouth of the call that you blow into.

    • 4

      Fit the reed and soundboard into the barrel together until snug. Replace the ring.