Bring authentic mallard talk to your lanyard with the Haydel’s Game Calls “Redleg” Mallard Variable Tone Open Call (VR00)—a versatile, hunter-friendly double reed duck call engineered to produce classic mallard sounds that attract ducks in timber, marsh, flooded fields, and open water. Built in a practical green plastic body and tuned for natural hen mallard tone, the Redleg is designed to give you variable tone control—so you can shift from soft, close-in finesse calling to louder, attention-getting notes when ducks are drifting or the wind is up. This model is MPN VR00 with UPC 086666980603 for easy listing and quick product lookup.
“Redleg” mallard realism with variable tone control
Mallards don’t speak in one volume or one emotion—real ducks slide between greeting quacks, comeback calls, and feed chatter depending on what’s happening in the air. The Redleg Variable Tone design is built to help you change tone and cadence so your calling sounds more like a living hen and less like a repetitive “one-note” call.
That variable tone advantage matters on pressured birds because it lets you:
Start with subtle greeting notes when ducks are close
Add urgency when birds start to slide off your line
Drop back into quiet, confident chatter when they’re finishing
Vary your pitch and rhythm so you don’t sound like every other hunter in the marsh
Double reed performance: rasp, stability, and forgiveness
The double reed setup is a favorite for many duck hunters because it tends to be more forgiving than many single reed calls, while still producing the raspy, full-bodied tone that sells realism. With a double reed, you can often expect:
A richer “hen mallard” voice with natural rasp
Better consistency when calling fast or under adrenaline
Reduced likelihood of squeals and blown notes
Strong performance across changing temperatures and humidity
Whether you’re a newer caller building confidence or a seasoned hunter who wants dependable sound without fuss, the Redleg’s double reed design supports clean, repeatable calling.
Open call design for expressive, natural cadence
As an open call, the Redleg gives you the ability to shape your sound with air pressure and hand position—helping you create the kinds of small variations that make calling believable. In real hunting, those small changes are often what finish birds that have been educated by weeks of pressure.
Use it for:
Greeting quacks to pull attention
Comeback sequences to turn ducks that start to leave
Feed chatter and soft quacks over decoys
Short “confidence” notes when ducks are circling and looking
Green plastic construction: practical durability for real hunts
The green plastic build keeps the Redleg lightweight, durable, and easy to carry all day—perfect for hunters who want a reliable mallard call that won’t feel precious in mud, rain, cold mornings, or crowded blind bags. Plastic-bodied calls are also easy to maintain: wipe them down, keep them clean, and they’re ready to go.
This is an excellent choice for:
Public-land hunters who move a lot
Timber hunters who need a call that survives knocks and drops
Anyone building a dependable call lineup without overspending
Where the “Redleg” Mallard call shines
The VR00 is a strong fit for multiple hunting styles:
Timber and flooded woods: soft control and realistic cadence matter
Marsh and potholes: quick, responsive calling to match birds’ behavior
Fields and backwaters: variable tone helps adjust to distance and wind
Mixed-species days: mallard sounds remain a universal language for many dabblers
If you’re searching for a double reed mallard call, a variable tone duck call, or a reliable open call that attracts ducks, the Redleg is designed to meet that exact need.
Tips to get the most from the VR00
Want the Redleg to sound its best on day one?
Start with short, relaxed quacks and listen to how they “sit” in the air.
Use less air for close ducks; add air only when distance or wind demands it.
Mix in silence—often the most convincing part of a sequence.
When ducks are circling, shift to soft chatter and avoid overcalling.
SEO-friendly product details and identifiers
Brand: Haydel’s Game Calls
Product Name: “Redleg” Mallard Variable Tone Open Call
Call Type: Open call, variable tone
Reed: Double reed
Sound: Mallard (hen) duck sounds
Color/Material: Green plastic
MPN: VR00
UPC: 086666980603
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A dependable mallard call for hunters who want control and realism
If you want a practical, easy-to-run mallard call that can go from soft and subtle to louder and more urgent—without becoming squealy or unpredictable—the Haydel’s “Redleg” Mallard Variable Tone Open Call (VR00) is a smart addition to your duck hunting setup. With a double reed, expressive variable tone control, and durable green plastic construction, it’s built to help you sound natural, stay adaptable, and finish ducks over the blocks when it counts.
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