I have to agree with everyone. Not getting a shot off is by far better. I mean that's part of hunting. Missing a shot means you did everything right as far as set-up, scent control, and all that stuff that leads up to the shot, then you blow it. Opening day last season i did my homework and hung my stand in a spot i knew they were using and i had 2 does walk 20 yrds away and i blew it. Talk about a killer. I didnt sleep very good that night. I did make it up and ended up killing 3 deer last season, so maybe it's better to get those misses out of the way.