I have always shot right behind the shoulder, bout midways up. I do this with my bow, my ML and my rifle. With my rifle I will shoot in front of the shoulder like in the base of the neck if I need arrises, but never in the skinny part of the neck. But my favorite shot is broadside right behind the shoulder, I like to hug the shoulder as much as possible. If their leg is straight down I will aim about5-6 inches straight above their elbow joint. You should be able to find them within 40 - 50 yards with a great blood trail. Some of the smaller deer just drop with my rifle when shot there. i will take angle towards shots but only with my rifle, and depending on my circumstances with my ML too. With the bow its angle away or broadside thats it.