I pattern my gun out to 50 yards. I know I CAN kill a bird every shot at 50, so I set that as my max, although I have passed on some at that distance, I like to get them 35 or closer, thats what I call a chip shot for my gun. Anyhow, I have killed one at 59 yards, I thought he was like 50 or I wouldn't have shot. But that Hevishot rolled him upgood at 59. But 77 yards!? I believe you he did itbut I think it was stupid.