Great looking buck. What load were you shooting out of your Optima Pro?
I really enjoy a hunting story like yours. I shows that you can have a great time with family or friends doing things that might mean little to some, but a great deal to others. I am sure your son will be telling of the Buck Dad stole from him for years to come.. with a smile of course. I have the pleasure of teasing my father when we talk deer with a very similar story, but using center fire rifles.
125 yards is a good shot. Very nice job getting the job done with your CVA. Good luck to your son on his hunting now. Hope he shoots a bigger one.