To Kodiak... I can see your point... "necessity" is not the correct term. Shot placement is the single most important part of our sport without question, and that is why we practice, learn, and think about it daily. My hunting life was shaped by respect for the animal, and I am simply putting forth my take on the issue and the approach that I use for equipment selection,but I'mnot saying that you can't kill game unless you follow my specific rules... that would be pure arrogance on my part.