Name/Title
Ultimate Hunting // Toolshed Gobbler 2001Entry/Object ID
VC001V001Description
Ultimate Hunting // Toolshed Gobbler 2001
“Knight & Hale – Toolshed Gobbler” is an early-2000s instructional turkey-hunting segment focused on pursuing mature, heavily pressured toms—what the hosts call “toolshed gobblers.” These are older birds that respond to calls but refuse to fully commit, often hanging up in thick cover or circling downwind. The video explains how these gobblers behave, why they’re so difficult to bring in, and how a hunter can use terrain, patience, and subtle calling to outsmart them. Through demonstrations of soft yelps, clucks, and purrs, the hosts emphasize that overcalling is one of the most common mistakes hunters make with these wary birds.
The video then follows a real hunt, showing a stubborn longbeard that answers consistently but won’t break from brush. The hunters adjust by moving quietly along the bird’s natural route, relying on soft, infrequent calling. After a tense standoff, the tom finally steps into range, offering a clean shot. The segment closes with key takeaways: toolshed gobblers demand restraint, smart positioning, and patience—but they offer some of the most rewarding hunts a turkey hunter can experience.Aspect Ratio
1.3:1Motion Picture Details
Subject Person
David Hale, Harold KnightCollection
Knight and Hale Betamax CollectionCataloged By
Nathaniel MadduxMade/Created
Date made
2001Time Period
2000sCopyright
Copyright Holder
David Hale and Harold KnightRestrictions
Research and viewing use onlyCreated By
nathaniel@slateandglass.comCreate Date
November 22, 2025Updated By
nathaniel@slateandglass.comUpdate Date
November 23, 2025
