How far is too far?

BigGamerz · 01-08-2008, 09:41 PM

On Halloween this year I rattled in a buck that I would guess would score 170 to 180" He was main frame 10 with a fork on his right side G2. His brows were at least 10 to 12 " and he was out at least 10 to 12" from his ears. I ranged him at 61 yards, broadsided looking the other way. I am not comfortable at that distance. I pulled back twice and held but he would not come in. That sick to my stomach feeling came over me as he slowly headedout of sight. Would you have shot or not?

HNI_Christine · 01-08-2008, 09:53 PM

I've passed up a 190"+ (seriously)buck at 40 yards several years back. This year I passed up a beautiful 145-150" ten point (tons of mass) at 35-40 yards.

I think I stood a really good chance of getting them. I'm a close range hunter tho'. Iwould rather pass on the shot than feel like I'm shooting beyond my comfortable range.

IMHO, If you're feeling uncomfortable about the shot, then you probably shouldn't take it.

passthru79 · 01-08-2008, 10:02 PM

If you dont feel comfortable than the shot is too far. Im comfortable shooting 60yards as long as the conditions are right. Everyone has there personal limitations and you should stick to them.

Washington Hunter · 01-08-2008, 10:30 PM

Depends on which internet expert you ask.

I've practiced that shot on my 3D target (60 yards) numerous times, but I'd have a hard time convincing myself to release an arrow at a whitetail at that range. Make it an elk or a large bodied mulie and I'd have a much easier time.

Schultzy · 01-08-2008, 11:35 PM

Bow hunting is suppose to be a hunting sport, not a shooting sport! You did the right thing IMO, congrats on the right decision!