thinxs Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Being new to pigeon shooting I'm thinking of buying a magnet. Question is do they really work as a friend (experienced shooter) said not to bother as he thinks that they can scare the birds. Anyone got any suggestions? If it's yes use one then any recomendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 (edited) You'll get a mixed bag of responses on here. I'm a supporter of them, I think they work great. You can still have a top days shooting without one though. Just make sure you use dead birds on the arms, not plastic decoys. Especially those airpro ones, that's when you'll start scaring birds. (I'll get shot down for saying that) They do attract them, but the birds do suddenly realise that their wings don't spin round like a washing machine and spook and fly off. They do have a bit of a reputation for scaring birds off if it's sunny, because the sun glints off the green metal, but this can be reduced by rubbing mud or painting it with a matte paint. Edited January 26, 2009 by harfordwmj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenhunter Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 They're good in certain circumstances but pants in others. You will attract young birds better than older ones that may have been shot at so use one in late summer. If you have a good day with one don't use it in the same place next time. You can't beat having a couple of good bouncers/floaters in your set-up whether you use a magnet or not! Basically its good to have in your armoury?(sp) but not all there is out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 If you are going to buy any motorised gizmo this is the one to get...... as others have said... light and cheap bouncers are very good indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weejase Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I`m looking at buying one as well I saw one online for £99 and that was for the magnet with adjustable arms / battery and speed controller And It Is a new motor not a reconditioned one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thinxs Posted January 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Have been looking on ebay, bit cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weejase Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 But do they come with a battery / speed controller etc. etc ? Are they reconditioned motors ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thinxs Posted January 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Thanks guys usefull constuctive comments. Much appreciated. Yes they do come with battery & multi speed, not sure about the motor. But sold as new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironhorse Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 Being new to pigeon shooting I'm thinking of buying a magnet. Question is do they really work as a friend (experienced shooter) said not to bother as he thinks that they can scare the birds. Anyone got any suggestions? If it's yes use one then any recomendations? I have a magnet and mount two air pro decoys on it, I have also used dead pigeons, conclusion I have found it to be a total waste of time effort and money here in West Sussex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranfield Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 Be careful of the rotary devices you buy off eBay, I know of quite a few that have quickly broken down and its not easy to get any redress out of the Seller. You are better off buying from a reputable Retailer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dusk2dawn Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) Being new to pigeon shooting I'm thinking of buying a magnet. Question is do they really work as a friend (experienced shooter) said not to bother as he thinks that they can scare the birds. Anyone got any suggestions? If it's yes use one then any recomendations? Have another word with your friend, after all he uses them, try before you buy!! Rgds D2D PS. Reading your earlier posts on the subject from a newby pov I would suggest you go out with your friend to get a more positive feel for decoying, nothing like a good day out to boost the confidence and lessen the learning curve Edited January 27, 2009 by dusk2dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daimler42 Posted January 29, 2009 Report Share Posted January 29, 2009 I'm not convinced by these things. I have used them on a number of occasions without any noticeable increase in the bag - I think you might be wise to spend the money on decent decoys, wobblers and a comfy seat for your hide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
297chrisc Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 (edited) I have had good results with a cheapy one I got from Sportsmen Gun Centre. It diddnt come with a battery, but like somebody said above I rubbed mud into mine to stop it from glinting. I started off with the plastic shells, with to be honest an un-noticable difference, but when I have bagged a few I swapped the plastic shells over for the real thing, and I saw a massive improvement. Edited June 19, 2009 by Cranfield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highlander Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Magnets are like everything else pigeon decoying...some days they work well and other days...that's pigeon shooting but anyone who thinks something doesn't work at all is doing something basic wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mag357 Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 I have used magnets and floaters for some time now and give me floaters every time. I allways put my magnet with hypaflappers on off to one side of my pattern usually near the hedge on my left or right and found it works well on calm non windy days (Will Beasley ultralight with camo tape on shiny bits work very well) and keep the speed up of the magnet. Any other time I never use magnets just C.G. floaters which I find awesome, so good in fact I have started making them myself and selling them to matesin the area and all reporting back excellent results. :blink: :look: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignoel Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 i use magnets with dead birds on and decoys on the ground some days they work realy well other days they dont . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted June 26, 2009 Report Share Posted June 26, 2009 All of my best days pigeon shooting have been when i've used a magnet, sometimes two. This includes a few 200+ days. The first time i used hypa-flaps i shot 202 last year on wheat stubble. Though you don't NEED to own one, i personally would always carry one in the truck so i have the option to use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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