Well around here on the farm we have land that would let me shoot that distance. I am not new to hunting, and have been gun hunting for 8 years or so with my uncles 7mag. I just used that every year and have finally decided to purchase my own rifle. The 500 was just a number i threw out there as i plan on going elk hunting and if it came down to it with practice and all that i would be confident at that kinda yardage. Just wondering on the gun and scope that would give me a chance to do this. I know it will take some knowledge on my end.