With an exit hole like that, there is no way you were going to loose that deer. A perfect placed shot, a rifle that did as expected.. venison on the table. Who could ask for more. Congratulations on the fine deer and the excellent experience. As many know, all I hunt with are muzzleloaders. There really is a different kind of challenge offered with them,that I like to experience. Sounds like you have the sickness too. They should put warning labels on these things. Careful or you will end up like 99% of the other guys on this board. Black Powder junkies....