Originally Posted by
fritz1
You are right about that.
Ridge to answer your question. I have never shot a deer at what you call long range. This buck was the longest shot I have ever taken on a deer.
I spotted it at about 600 yards but slowly worked my way to about 250 yards before I took the shot, this to me is a long big game shot. I know I could have hit when I first spoted it, I have shot coyotes out at that distance so I know I was capable, but I guess I find it more exhilerating to stalk a animal and to get as close as possible with out alerting him to my presence. I can also see where a long shot probably gives you the same thrill. I will erase my post were I made some derogatory and unessesary comments.
That's a great looking buck! I'd be proud of him no matter the
distance or the type of weapon I used.
I know a couple guys who give me a hard time because I use a compound bow and not a recurve. They think by using a compound bow I'm cheating. I don't feel that way but I do know I'm just as accurate as they are and practice less. I bring this up because we are all hunters, be it with archery equipment, muzzleloaders, or modern centerfire rifles. We all need to stick together even if our hunting styles differ.