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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 9:59:13 GMT -5
He’s down for the count big 10 pointer my biggest yet I’ll try to post pictures tonight it’s gonna take me a while to get him out of here Congratulations! Looking forward to the pics and stories |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 9:58:08 GMT -5
Well she would not have same luck here! In years past, I'd have laid her out stiffer than a board. I guess I've become an old softie. Lol! I've never hunted with a crossbow before, and since today will probably be the last day that I'll pack one this season, I really wanted to get a kill with it. I had her dead to rights a million times as she stood broadside at 10 yards and was looking directly away from me, but deep down I really didn't want to end her life on this day. I've been there. Good encounter watching her anyhow. |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 9:25:53 GMT -5
I just drilled my biggest buck ever he laid down about 60 yards behind me Congratulations, you guys are slaying them this morning! You're right about that! Guys are knocking them down left and right! Getting ready to leave for O'Hare so I'll have check back in later to see all stories and photos. |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 9:22:50 GMT -5
I just drilled my biggest buck ever he laid down about 60 yards behind me Right on!!! Congratulations! |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 9:22:04 GMT -5
Military refuge gun buck down ! Awesome!!! |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 8:42:18 GMT -5
Looks like a fine deer camp meal!
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 8:40:56 GMT -5
Alright!!!! Congratulations! |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 12, 2023 8:37:01 GMT -5
About 3:00 (CST) I had this buck and another busted up buck chasing a doe all along the ridge top and down both sides. This went on for about 20 minutes. They finally went away from me and the woods went silent. No more grunting or crunching leaves. As I was trying to settle myself down from all the chaos. I heard some light foot steps coming my way. Out popped the doe going straight to my horizontal rub. The busted up buck came through behind her but, giving her a wide birth. I knew the 8 point had to be popping up any second. I heard a grunt and went ahead and settled in behind the crossbow. Just as I did, he stepped around the corner. I yelled "HEY" as I was setting the pin on his shoulder. He stopped and I squeezed the trigger. The lighted knock failed to light. I couldn't see the impact and immediately got a sick, nervous feeling in my gut. The buck lunged forward at the shot and turned after he passed a downed tree. I waited 25 minutes and just had to go check the impact sight. Found the bolt immediately and was very happy to see it soaked. I said a prayer asking for help in the recovery. I have backed out, called a couple buddies and went to my truck to off load my gear. We began tracking immediately and soon as we round the downed tree, white belly laying there at 40 yards. I couldn't be happier! Time to rest up and go see the Dr. about this pesky heart issue. Thanks for all the congrats! Congratulations to all the other successful hunters! Good luck everyone else! Hunt safe and God bless!  Congrats, will you now go get that ticker looked at please? I'm going in this week 👍 |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 22:31:34 GMT -5
Yes! Thank you all so so much for the freedoms we have and enjoy!
Our nation owes you all so much more than what you currently get!
Prayers for you all!
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 21:49:34 GMT -5
Wow! What a gorgeous buck! Congratulations!
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 21:48:09 GMT -5
Here is the 8 pointer I took. Two weeks ago I passed on this deer looking for something bigger. On Friday morning it showed up again and let it pass a 2nd time around 9am. Well at 10:15 it can back and I said that must be the one I'm supposed to take. 34 yards shot and ran 10 yards. You can see how steep the valley is. I had to 1st go down and up the other side.  Congratulations sir! I was wondering if you got him out ok or not. |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 21:07:06 GMT -5
Please add an 8 point for team 3  |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 21:05:43 GMT -5
Woody add a 10 Pointer for team 9, Thanks  He's a beast! Congratulations! |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 21:04:43 GMT -5
About 3:00 (CST) I had this buck and another busted up buck chasing a doe all along the ridge top and down both sides. This went on for about 20 minutes. They finally went away from me and the woods went silent. No more grunting or crunching leaves. As I was trying to settle myself down from all the chaos. I heard some light foot steps coming my way. Out popped the doe going straight to my horizontal rub. The busted up buck came through behind her but, giving her a wide birth. I knew the 8 point had to be popping up any second. I heard a grunt and went ahead and settled in behind the crossbow. Just as I did, he stepped around the corner. I yelled "HEY" as I was setting the pin on his shoulder. He stopped and I squeezed the trigger. The lighted knock failed to light. I couldn't see the impact and immediately got a sick, nervous feeling in my gut. The buck lunged forward at the shot and turned after he passed a downed tree. I waited 25 minutes and just had to go check the impact sight. Found the bolt immediately and was very happy to see it soaked. I said a prayer asking for help in the recovery. I have backed out, called a couple buddies and went to my truck to off load my gear. We began tracking immediately and soon as we round the downed tree, white belly laying there at 40 yards. I couldn't be happier! Time to rest up and go see the Dr. about this pesky heart issue. Thanks for all the congrats! Congratulations to all the other successful hunters! Good luck everyone else! Hunt safe and God bless! |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 18:12:32 GMT -5
Found him. 60 yards away from impact. Story later  |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 16:55:08 GMT -5
Let the tracking begin....  |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 15:39:10 GMT -5
Made to the stand. Wind is much calmer today. Feels good out!
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 15:38:34 GMT -5
Well here he is. Not much of a story other than the fact I had to stick him a 2nd time. 1st shot was in the vitals, but didn't expire him. After waiting 1.5 hrs I went on the search and ended up playing cat & mouse with the sun in his eyes. I was able to send another in his vitals and that did him in. Not sure if I hit a twig or what exactly went wrong, but I was as cool as a cucumber, had a steady rest, breathing under control and settled the scope on him.  Congratulations! |
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 10:06:19 GMT -5
Has anyone heard from Waynes since he shot his buck?
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Post by genesis273 on Nov 11, 2023 10:03:56 GMT -5
Well I got awesome blood and here's what's left of my bolt. I'd say I got great penetration and I believe it was in the boiler room  Heck yeah!!!! |
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