With Bow you'd have alonger season but shorter shootingrange. You might see one but not have a shot. If I went bow I'd want to be out in the woods RIGHT NOW!!With the rut started andbefore the first gun season kicks off this Fridaycausing the deer get more skittish and the woods toget full of human scent. It's a little bit late for that now. I know it's still possible to kill a good buck after gun season with a bow but the odds are better BEFORE.

On the flip side -- You get that longer range shot with the smokepole and a little less scent discipline is required.

I haven't answered your question but havegiven you "my thoughts"...some of the variables that you may want to consider.