When you need a reliable striker for close-quarters calling or precision turkey setups, material choice and geometry matter. A well-made dowel striker can make the difference between a convincing call and wasted effort in the field. Shop this product

WOODHAVEN CUSTOM CALLS HICKORY — the Woodhaven Hickory 516 dowel striker — brings classic hardwood construction and predictable performance to Game Calls setups.

Design and materials

The Hickory 516 dowel striker is crafted from hickory, a dense hardwood known for durability and tonal consistency. Its straight dowel form provides consistent contact with slate or glass calls, producing sharp yelps, rasps, and clucks with minimal effort. As part of the Game Calls category from Woodhaven Custom Calls, the 516 geometry favors tactical callers who need repeatable output and long service life.

Tactical advantages

As an expert tool for calling strategy, this dowel striker offers immediate benefits: the dense hickory surface resists wear on both the striker and the call surface, the 516 profile balances aggression and finesse for a wide palette of turkey sounds, and the compact form fits easily into vest pockets or call pouches. Because the product is listed under model variations, callers can expect consistent manufacturing standards across versions.

Pricing and value

At $12.59, the Hickory 516 dowel striker represents budget-friendly performance for hunters and calling enthusiasts. For those outfitting a pack or keeping spares in multiple stations, the low price point makes carrying backups practical without compromising quality. View product details and pricing

How to integrate it into your setup

Use the 516 dowel striker on slate or glass calls to emphasize sharper cutting notes; switch to softer strokes for clucks and feeding purrs. Store it with a protective sleeve to preserve edges and prevent accidental marring of other gear. The compact size makes it an ideal backup or primary striker in a tactical calling kit.

For dependable, affordable performance from a recognized maker in Game Calls—Woodhaven Custom Calls—the WOODHAVEN CUSTOM CALLS HICKORY 516 dowel striker is a practical upgrade to any caller’s kit. Check current availability and purchase options on our shop page where the retailer handles checkout. Check availability

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