I think I would trust an experienced bowhunter to make the right decisions when it comes to making a good shot in the field. Huge difference, IMO between a plastic target and a live deer 22' below you.

Also, I would think it's fair to say that an experienced bowhunter has a better chance of recovery if indeed he does make a questionable shot, given his expertise as a tracker and knowing the habits of his herd.

I know a lot of people who spend thousands every year on high-end competition bows, IBO entry fees, traveling to state shoots, hundreds of hours at the range.Most of 'emcouldn't kill a deer in a zoo, but they can hit the 10 ring on a plastic turkey at 90 meters.

Conversely, I know a lot of guys who can barely hit a pie-plate at 20 yards, but they know how to hunt. You can bet the farm that when the season ends, there will be meat in the freezer.

I just think there's a big difference between "hunters" and "shooters." Some people are both, but they're the exception to the rule.Most are one or the other.