This book is destined to be a Collector’s Item. Well over 2 years in the making. Interviews with many of the originators.

Calling Predators as a sport began in the late 1940’s and has grown every year since. This book will be the collector’s bible for years to come. Predator Calls, The First 50 Years is just shy of 1,400 color photos with valuable historical information crammed into 300 pages.

Detailed descriptions and photos make it easy for anyone to identify virtually any predator call commercially sold.  From the earliest commercial calls to present day call makers, this book will help guide the serious collector as well as the casual collector. Determine who made your call and also when it was made.

See beautiful color photos of Vintage Predator Calls dating back to 1948. You will be able to view never before seen historical photos of the men who shaped the sport of predator calling. Interlaced with Custom Call Makers and humorous anecdotes as well as trivia subtleties.

Although this book could be considered a “coffee table” book, it is sized and designed to be conveniently carried, studied and used as a valuable reference tool.

Excerpt From The Trapper & Predator Caller

From The T&PC Library

Predator Calls The First 50 Years

By Jay Nistetter and Al Lux

Anyone who has a passion for collecting predator calls will consider, Predator Calls The First 50 Years, a treasure trove of information.  The book covers virtually all commercial predator call makers from the founding of the industry in the 1940s to the present day.  Beautiful, up-close, color photos illustrate this hardcover manual.

The foreword of the book gives a brief history of the manufacturing of predator calls.  Following the introductory information is an overview of more than 100 manufacturers in alphabetical order, with biographical information, descriptions of calls, dates of production, materials and production methods used, relative collectibility and photos.

The authors’ informal tone and lighthearted sense of humor make the book not only informative, but entertaining.  They even play hide and seek with the readers by asking trivia questions that can be answered by information presented later in the book.

Following the overview of manufacturers is a list of company slogans and a miscellaneous section containing unique and custom calls, patches, vintage advertisements, look-alike calls and electronic calls, including 78 and 45 rpm records, cassette tapes, CDs and the most modern digital electronic devices.  Completing the book is a photo section of well-known callmakers using their products in the field.

If you’re not already an avid collector, you will be by the time you finish skimming the pages.  The authors’ passion for calls is sure to excite the novice and turn the casual collector into a dedicated enthusiast.

For more information about the book, contact Jay Nistetter at Rhino Calls, PMB-422, 1928 E. Highland Ave. Suite F-104, Phoenix, AZ 85016 or online at www.rhinocalls.com.   -Dan Brownell

 Book Testimonials:

 “A treasure trove of information.” Trapper & Predator Caller

“I predict the book itself will become a collector's item.” Best Wishes,  Bud Lindsey.

“IT'S FANTASTIC!! Great job on writing, very creative and your sense of humor is appealing.” Paul Scofield

“It's fantastic. I like the mixture of history, facts, photos (new and old) and the humor (fun) side of collecting. The old photos are a nice addition. You guys did a great job.” Steve Nordstrom

“I've been through it cover to cover now and must say, you guys did a very good job.” Walt Holt

“It is a great reference.” Major Boddicker

“Everyone is VERY impressed with your book.  You are to be commended on your excellent achievement. Cousin Bruce read the book and quoted call trivia to us all week long.” Bob Davis

“I've got the book on my computer desk for reference when surfing the various auction sites. What a great book for reference. A wealth of information in one easy to use reference. Great job.”

“AWESOME!!!  The work to put this together, and the research you guys must have done..... Words seem to fail me. Thank you for a great book!”  Richard Roop

“I received your book, Predator Calls yesterday. Very impressive! Obviously, lots of work and thought went into it. I'll enjoy looking through it over time and plan to proudly display it on our coffee table for our friends to see. Thanks”