Wow. I just had a simple, curiosity only, question.

I know I might not have made it clear enough in the begining, but I think I made it more than clear soon after.

It would seem that I didn't offer enough information to answer the real question anyway, but thanks to all of you, I think I have my answer.

And, with a grain of salt, thanks to Brutal. That website with the calculator did help.

To Brutal and all others who jumped all over the ethics quesiton, I say this. RELAX. Just because someone attempts to answer a question, does not mean they are RECOMMENDINGit to anyone. I never said I was going to try it. I never said it should be done. I've hunted for years. Long range target shooting is a newish hobby of mine. While thinking about those long ranges, my buddy and I just wondered about something and I told him this was a great place to ask those types of questions. He's not impressed so far.

Some of us need to calm the hell down. Just because someone might be suggesting something unethical, does not mean everyone is going to run out and do it. And just because someone tells another not to do it, does not mean he won't. If you don't like the scenario, and think even answering is irresponsible, then just keep your mouth shut. If you think it's so important to tell someone they are wrong, then doing it in such a stupid and rude way is not usually the most convincing way.

That being said, I'm going to go take a 2000 yard shot at an endangered species. (Smiley inserted to denote sarcasm.)