1FastGambler
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So many people asking the same question, "how far is too far?"
My answer is, it is too far when the shooter could stalk in closer and chooses not to. When pulling the trigger leaves even a tiny amount of doubt that the shot "may not" result in a quick clean, one shot kill.
The new term "long range hunting" by my own personal definition is an oxymoron because to me, hunting by definition means getting as close as I possibly can no matter what the weapon is and not sending a bullet or arrow down range unless I am confident it will result in a quick and clean kill. Remember that being confident in a shot is still not a guarantee, but my point is that with a lot of experience that comes from both practicing and actual in the field hunting experience, confidence nearly always produces expected results. To hear about guys on a TV show shooting Antelope in the butt at over 1000 yards and then jumping up and down with excitement... disappoints me to say the least.
I very strongly respect the stance that Boone and Crockett has taken on this very touchy subject and hope that many more will join B&C and support their efforts.
My answer is, it is too far when the shooter could stalk in closer and chooses not to. When pulling the trigger leaves even a tiny amount of doubt that the shot "may not" result in a quick clean, one shot kill.
The new term "long range hunting" by my own personal definition is an oxymoron because to me, hunting by definition means getting as close as I possibly can no matter what the weapon is and not sending a bullet or arrow down range unless I am confident it will result in a quick and clean kill. Remember that being confident in a shot is still not a guarantee, but my point is that with a lot of experience that comes from both practicing and actual in the field hunting experience, confidence nearly always produces expected results. To hear about guys on a TV show shooting Antelope in the butt at over 1000 yards and then jumping up and down with excitement... disappoints me to say the least.
I very strongly respect the stance that Boone and Crockett has taken on this very touchy subject and hope that many more will join B&C and support their efforts.