Body Work

[Rick Howard]

Or a body of work.  It has been awhile since I posted any picture of calls I made on THO.  Here is a few that I made and Have picture. 

Honduras Rosewood Small Howler/Distress



Honduras Rosewood Small Howler/Distress



Paduak Distress


left to right: Zebrawood, Claro Walnut, Paduak, Purple Heart Small Howlers/Distress

[Al_at_THO Game Calls]

Nice classic no nonsense design.  They look like critter getters to me.   Nice work!

Al @ THO

[Rick Howard]

Thank you Al!  I find beauty in simplicity.  Soft lines and a simple shape keep your eyes fixed on the wood and let it stand out.  I make the calls out of different woods.... I want the wood to be the focus. 

I have sold everything except the Paduak and the Purple heart.  Not a surprise to me.  The Paduak is some interesting wood, as you probably know, when you see it up close.  Unfortunately it is does not photograph well and I think people think it is plain.   The Purpleheart..... is purple.  Not may dudes want a purple call I suppose.  I have only listed them for sale on one forum though. 

[VECtor Calls]

Those toneboards look great.  REALLY smooth looking.

Vince

[Rick Howard]

Thanks!  Next to waiting for the finish to dry.... The toneboards take me the longest time.  I sand them from 220-400 then use the micro mesh from 1500-12000.  I am looking for a quicker way, something a little easier on my hands at the moment.