Author Topic: Is a Montana cow elk decoy really worth it? (Read 11304 times)

crazyantler · « **on:** July 10, 2012, 11:06:22 AM »

There is a side profile and rump profile of a cow elk made by Montana decoys. What is your personal experience with these silhouettes?

pianoman9701 · « **Reply #1 on:** July 10, 2012, 11:28:53 AM »

Heredoggydoggy · « **Reply #2 on:** July 10, 2012, 11:40:16 AM »

Should be really good if you are trying to attract Wolves!

brianmtsinc · « **Reply #3 on:** July 10, 2012, 12:05:04 PM »

I think they are well worth it!

We will use 1 -2 when we set up to call.

trophyhunt · « **Reply #4 on:** July 10, 2012, 12:16:18 PM »

I have never had any luck with them in my tree stand, but always wondered if it would allow you to walk up on elk close enough to get a shot ( by using them as a sheild)??

elkinrutdrivemenuts · « **Reply #5 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:04:02 PM »

I buying one after the good reviews from people I actually trust. There is no magic bullet, but I hear they have helped pull in some bulls so I'll I've it a try.

coachcw · « **Reply #6 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:04:57 PM »

be carefull where you use them !

Heredoggydoggy · « **Reply #7 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:08:50 PM »

You'll get no argument from me--I'm a sucker for camo, calls, and decoys. They work, but not always for what you are looking to lure in....

D-Rock425 · « **Reply #8 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:10:29 PM »

I'd buy alk 3 you could have your own little heard.

D-Rock425 · « **Reply #9 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:11:54 PM »

If i spent the 100 bucks or whatever they cost now and it worked one time I'd consider it money well spent.

MLBowhunting · « **Reply #10 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:37:29 PM »

yeah the decoys really work. I have used the elk and the moose decoys and they are awesome and very simple to use

et1702 · « **Reply #11 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:41:32 PM »

Quote from: crazyantler on July 10, 2012, 11:06:22 AM

There is a side profile and rump profile of a cow elk made by Montana decoys. What is your personal experience with these silhouettes?

Both!

ET

MR5x5 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:42:45 PM »

Check out these while you're at it. I had the Montana Decoy but it was not good for packing around - Rigid Plastic and big - ended up not using it. These are photo fabric with metal hoops. Never seen one in person though...

http://www.santanaoutdoors.com/servlet/the-Hunting-cln-Decoys-cln-Montana-Decoys/Categories?gclid=CPqc-7f7j7ECFQgJRQodGXaneQ

pianoman9701 · « **Reply #13 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:47:41 PM »

Quote from: MR5x5 on July 10, 2012, 01:42:45 PM

Check out these while you're at it. I had the Montana Decoy but it was not good for packing around - Rigid Plastic and big - ended up not using it. These are photo fabric with metal hoops. Never seen one in person though...

http://www.santanaoutdoors.com/servlet/the-Hunting-cln-Decoys-cln-Montana-Decoys/Categories?gclid=CPqc-7f7j7ECFQgJRQodGXaneQ

Not sure what you're talking about, but your link takes you to the Montana decoy section. They're made of fabric with spring steel. No plastic in 'em.

MR5x5 · « **Reply #14 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:53:14 PM »

Showing my age I guess....

I got mine a long time ago... Prototype by today standards, photo printed on hard plastic... 'nough said.

MIKEXRAY · « **Reply #15 on:** July 10, 2012, 01:53:48 PM »

I bought one 4 or 5 years ago and have deployed it when possible ( about 20 % of the time when calling ) and I have yet to have it make a difference as far as a bull seeing it and coming in closer. I have had cows, deer etc see it & be close to it and was relieved it did not scare them. I still carry it as the one time it does work & keeps him coming , I will think it is the greatest. My problem has been getting it out fast & in the right place. Mike

crazyantler · « **Reply #16 on:** July 10, 2012, 03:13:54 PM »

Quote from: coachcw on July 10, 2012, 01:04:57 PM

be carefull where you use them !

Can you explain on the where you use them part?

D-Rock425 · « **Reply #17 on:** July 10, 2012, 03:17:02 PM »

He probably means so you dont get some crazy city slicker blasting at you and your decoy. That's my guess anyway.

coachcw · « **Reply #18 on:** July 10, 2012, 07:51:08 PM »

I wouldn't use them around other hunters or during a rifle season unless you wanna get shot. . I used some homemade one in Idaho and snuck in on a bull in the wide open wearing one that looked like a ass patch . Setting one up well behind you to get the focas off your location would be your best bet .

bloodhound · « **Reply #19 on:** July 10, 2012, 08:57:06 PM »

i own one and use it every year.

Scottystyle · « **Reply #20 on:** July 10, 2012, 10:09:54 PM »

They kick ass, but be cautious using them during rifle season

buglebuster · « **Reply #21 on:** July 10, 2012, 11:26:52 PM »

im thinking about buying the heads up decoy this year, seems like its easier to pack around and set up.

crazyantler · « **Reply #22 on:** July 11, 2012, 02:56:35 PM »

I would use it for archery season for my bull tag and have it as an attention getter to take the focus off myself in the set up.

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