Bobcat, I shot a tom today but he got up and ran away. I shot him in the head and I did not get to him quick enough. He got on his feet then he got in the air. I guessed his beard at 11 inches. It was huge. I hate to lose them. I guess it happens to all of us though. Grandpa got one though so I was happy about that. I want him to enjoy all the years he can in the woods. Well, Maybe next time. I am looking forward to that juvenile hunt. I can hit it one more year so I might as well enjoy it. BB