Rattling bucks

[zonker892]

Has anyone had consistant luck rattling bucks in? What time of year is best for rattling, ive heard that the last week of october is good.

[muzzy]

My best day was a Nov 7 rattled in 3 different mature bucks within an hour last week or 2 of oct first week of Nov have been good but had them in earlier and later than that too Never had great consistancy

Gord

[gonefishin]

I find the pre-rut is the best time to rattle, while the bucks are not quite on the prowl but are staring to establish their dominance. I rattled my best buck in on the 9th of Nov. During the peak of the rut, if a buck is with a doe, he is going to stay with her even if there is a "fight" nearby (or this is the way it is from my experiences). I've heard that the post-rut can be productive as well, but I have never tried it during this time.

[Pheasantnut]

First and last week of november have been most productive for me.

[Stewie]

Pre Rut is when we have had the most success... just dont forget where you left your antlers and drive over them with your truck... antlers and tires dont go well together...