Phelps Game Calls

What Phelps Game Calls does

Phelps Game Calls is a Pe Ell, Washington-based manufacturer of game calls for hunting, operating as a brand within the MeatEater, Inc. family of outdoor companies that also includes First Lite, FHF Gear, and Dave Smith Decoys. Its catalog spans elk calls (diaphragms, bugle tubes, external calls, kits), turkey calls (diaphragms, pot calls, box calls, locator calls), deer calls (grunts, doe bleats, rattle bags), predator calls, waterfowl calls, and a small-batch limited-release line, with a co-branded MeatEater x Phelps Calls turkey range. The technology is mechanical and acoustic: proprietary diaphragm reed designs (AMP and Apex Series with banded and specialty configurations), premium bugle tube constructions (Carbon Fiber at $179.99, Metal, Kyven Collapsible with honeycomb texture and O-ring), and external sound-chamber calls (EZ Series) tuned for species-specific realism rather than any digital or AI component.

The business model is predominantly direct-to-consumer unit sales through a Shopify-powered storefront at phelpsgamecalls.com, supplemented by a domestic dealer network reachable through a Dealer Locator and by physical distribution via MeatEater-branded retail stores in Bozeman (2024), Brookfield (2025), and a planned Edina opening in August 2026. Pricing is per-unit across entry ($10–$14 accessories and single diaphragms), mid ($34.99 multi-packs, $39.99–$69.99 bugle tubes), and premium tiers ($99.99–$179.99 bugle tubes, $85.99 call kits, $43.99 custom-banded units). Customer acquisition combines a Pro Team and Guide & Outfitters ambassador program, a co-branded product tie-up with MeatEater's media platform, and promotional mechanics including the Ultimate Elk Giveaway sweepstakes with purchase-tied entries. The company serves individual consumers in the hunting and outdoor community — elk and turkey hunters as primary segments, deer, predator, and specialty niche hunters as secondary segments — with professional hunters and outfitters acting as a separate SMB channel through the Pro Team and Guide programs.

Name

Phelps Game Calls

Legal name

Phelps Game Calls

Website

https://phelpsgamecalls.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Phelps Game Calls designs and manufactures acoustic game calls (elk, turkey, deer, predator, waterfowl) for individual hunters, selling direct-to-consumer via Shopify, through dealer networks, and via MeatEater-branded retail stores as part of the MeatEater family of brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hunting Game Calls

akta.pro primary industry

Hunting Accessories & Field Gear Retail (Calls, Decoys, Blinds, Game Cameras) (CRAMAKAE)

Keywords

• Hunting game calls
• Elk bugle tubes
• Turkey mouth calls
• Deer grunt calls
• Predator distress calls

Headquarters

HQ city

Pe Ell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Game Call Hardware Sales: Primary revenue from one-time purchase sales of game calls and accessories. Products include elk calls (diaphragms, bugle tubes, external calls, kits), turkey calls (diaphragms, pot calls, box calls, locator calls), deer calls (grunt calls, doe bleats), predator calls, waterfowl calls, and moose calls. Revenue is generated through direct e-commerce sales, dealer/wholesale orders, and retail store distribution through MeatEater stores.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Phelps Game Calls manufactures and sells a broad line of acoustic game calls used by hunters to attract wildlife, including elk calls (diaphragms, bugle tubes, external calls, kits), turkey calls (diaphragms, pot, box, locator), deer calls (grunt, doe bleats, rattle bags), predator calls, waterfowl calls, moose calls, and limited small-batch specialty calls. The company also offers branded apparel and accessories and operates a co-branded MeatEater x Phelps turkey call line.

Product overview

Phelps Game Calls is a quality game call manufacturer based in PeEll, Washington, USA, producing a diverse portfolio of hunting calls across multiple species. The product line centers on five core call categories — Elk Calls, Turkey Calls, Deer Calls, Predator Calls, and Waterfowl Calls — supplemented by specialized sub-products (Bugle Tubes, Diaphragms, External Calls, Call Kits, and Small Batch Calls), a MeatEater co-branded turkey call line, and branded Logowear & Gear. The company positions itself as a family brand within the MeatEater ecosystem of brands (alongside First Lite, FHF Gear, and Dave Smith Decoys), selling primarily through its Shopify-powered e-commerce platform. Phelps Game Calls operates a direct-to-consumer model with wholesale dealer distribution and a pro team program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Elk Calls A complete line of elk hunting calls including diaphragms, bugle tubes, external calls, and call kits designed to reproduce elk vocalizations for hunters during the rut and other seasons.
• Turkey Calls Turkey hunting calls including diaphragms, pot calls, box calls, locator calls, and call kits that replicate turkey vocalizations for locating and calling turkeys.
• Deer Calls Deer hunting calls including grunt calls, doe bleats, and the Smash & Clash Rattle Bag used to attract white-tailed bucks during rut and other phases.
• Predator Calls Predator hunting calls including diaphragm calls, distress calls, wolf howlers, and a predator call kit designed to attract coyotes, wolves, and other predators.
• Waterfowl Calls Waterfowl hunting calls designed to mimic duck and goose vocalizations for hunters pursuing waterfowl.
• Small Batch Calls Limited-run, specialty game calls produced in small batches featuring unique designs and custom configurations for niche hunting applications.
• Bugle Tubes Specialized tubes and mouthpieces for elk bugling, including the Kyven Collapsible, Carbon Fiber, Metal, Unleashed V2, Renegade, and Unrivaled models.
• Diaphragms (Elk and Turkey) Mouth-call diaphragms in multiple series (AMP, Apex Series, Flat Frame, Mini/Small Palate) for elk and turkey calling, including signature series by pro team members.
• External Calls Hand-held external elk calls such as the EZ 1 and EZ Suk'r designed to produce estrus sounds and elk vocalizations from an external device.
• MeatEater x Phelps Calls A co-branded line of turkey hunting calls produced in partnership with MeatEater, featuring diaphragms, pot calls, box calls, and crow calls under the MeatEater brand.
• Logowear and Gear Branded apparel and accessories including shirts, stickers, call organizers, parts, bugle tube covers, and pouches.
• Moose Tube A specialized call designed to produce moose vocalizations, sold as a standalone product under the moose call category.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MeatEatercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPhelps Game Calls operates as part of MeatEater's family of brands, which includes First Lite, FHF Gear, and Dave Smith Decoys. The partnership provides Phelps with access to MeatEater's omni-channel retail strategy, including physical retail store distribution, and co-branded product opportunities such as the MeatEater x Phelps Calls turkey call line. Phelps products are featured in MeatEater retail stores and benefit from MeatEater's brand recognition and Steven Rinella's media presence.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Primos Hunting Calls: One of the most established and broadly distributed game call manufacturers in the U.S. (mouth calls, tube calls, predator calls); Phelps competes head-to-head across nearly every species category Primos serves.
• Quaker Boy Game Calls: Long-running U.S. manufacturer of game calls covering turkey, deer, predator, and waterfowl with similar SKU breadth; competes directly for the same hunting-call shelf space and pro-staff credibility.
• Knight & Hale Game Calls: Historic game call brand offering turkey, deer, and predator calls with established hunting-show presence; competes in the same specialty hunting-call segment.
• Hunter's Specialties (H.S.): Legacy hunting accessories manufacturer covering calls, scent control, and gear; directly competitive on hunting-call SKUs and broader outdoor retail placement.
• Zink Calls: Niche-to-premium game call brand known for turkey and waterfowl calls with strong pro-staff presence; directly comparable in build quality, premium pricing, and species coverage to Phelps.
• Bone Collector Calls: Michael Waddell-founded hunting call and gear line using a similar celebrity-hunter/pro-staff GTM and DTC-plus-retail distribution model that Phelps emulates.
• Johnny Stewart Predator Calls: Predator-hunt-specialist call brand covering diaphragms, mouth calls, and electronic calls; overlaps with Phelps's predator category and similar pro-team-led marketing.

Others

• Dave Smith Decoys: Sister brand within the MeatEater family of outdoor brands (First Lite, FHF Gear, Phelps Game Calls, Dave Smith Decoys); highly comparable on distribution, customer base, and parent-company dynamics, but non-overlapping product category.
• First Lite: Another MeatEater-family apparel and hunting-gear brand sharing the same retail stores, marketing engine, and Steven Rinella content platform; useful comp for parent-ecosystem economics rather than direct category competition.

Emerging players

• Weller Calls: Premium turkey call specialist with a strong DIY/custom-call reputation; competes in Phelps's turkey category with a similar small-batch, premium-positioning brand identity.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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