RE: How many of you shoot until it drops?
IMHO, Bambi Pop isn't really not muchin the way of big game hunting per this discussion, kinda right in there with the turkeys (big game in some states).
Different rules of engagement, as witnessed by the rallying cry of manyguide on many a continent onfar too many ocassions....
"What are you doing? Reload! Shooooot!
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We're at 11,000 feet, just gained a 1.000 feet, you're tired.
There's the elk but they are leaving. Get into your best field position.That's right, no bench, no blind.
Get settled in best your can. Give it your best first shot and then SHOOT....
Bang. Pause. Stop. Watch. Ponder.
So in yourcondition, breathing like you are,you know right where that bullet went, eh?
Would you stake your life on it? SHOOT!
What, you want to follow him down into that North Slope Dark Timber? SHOOT!
Pack horse can't go into that stuff, if we find him, I'll let YOU carry out the quarters. SHOOT!
For god sakes man, stop admiring your shot, pick up your gun and shoot, he is leaving the country. SHOOT!
OBTW, we saw/heard a hit. If we don't find him. Ethically, your tag is filled.
I know it was a long trip and expensive and a dream of yours and all....
Sure you don't want to back up that first perfect shot of yours?