--- title: How to Pick a Pot Call description: We go over the most popular pot call surfaces—slate, aluminum, glass, and crystal—and explain why our go-to is a crystal over aluminum combo. 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We go over the most popular pot call surfaces—slate, aluminum, glass, and crystal—and explain why our go-to is a crystal over aluminum combo. We also demo two different strikers (walnut and purpleheart) to show how sound changes depending on the material. Whether you're looking for volume or softness for close encounters, this guide should help you find the perfect pot call for your next hunt!   Find everything you need to gear up for turkey hunting [here](https://www.mossberg.com/promos/gear-up-for-turkey-hunting.html). 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