As I'm a newbie here and just started, I haven't taken any deer with a bow. But I have with my 25-06 and my black powder rifle (patch & ball). I hunt for meat. Mostly does because of population control. I don't get many opportunities for bucks because I hunt with friends on their property. Buck priviledges go to lease holders, which I am not.

I have been hunting for 5 years now and just got my first buck (Axis) 4 weeks ago. He is being mounted for three reasons:
1) he was my first
2) he is absolutely huge! 2nd largest Axis off the ranch, 29" from base to point, 25" spread.
3) I shot him old-style. .50 cal black powder w/ open sites @ 90 yards. I had only one shot.

The story behind this hunt means more to me than the mount ever will. It holds many great memories. The mount is just the proof. But I may never get another deer mounted. Depends on the circumstance.