I kind of agree with AKA.
We have a camp in Pa and do 90% of our hunting on State GAme LAnds. Yes go into the woods 100 yards off the roads and you see folks in places. Hike back over 1 or 2 mountains and you have it too yourself. I may see 40-60 deer on opening day of gun season. Talk to the folks on the fringes and they see many less. Yes the drag is easier but it' s even easier yet to drag nothing!

Anyhow on this topic, I appreciate all the replies. I am convinced I did the right thing for that situation. I never really questioned it until I relayed the story to other guys and they were shocked I' d let a nice buck walk. But looking back at the guys in who questioned my decision, they are not lesser hunters nor kill happy, they have just not enjoyed the level of success that I have had. Anyway good luck to everyone this season and may your deer be a trophy if only in your minds eye. And that folks is the most important view! Thanks again