Bowhunters - not a big impact?

[INMT]

Just talked with a buddy back from hunting SW MT. Passed on a 23 yard shot because bull wasn't in a good position. Later in the day he found a rotten bull with an arrow in it's guts. Said it reaffirmed his decision to not take the shot.

 

[BAKPAKR]

Does everybody that cripples/maims/gut shoots an elk go to social media and hunting forums to start a topic? This one’s my favorite of the day..
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I wonder if he found the bull ol’ # 26 went through?

 

[MTLabrador]

Does everybody that cripples/maims/gut shoots an elk go to social media and hunting forums to start a topic? This one’s my favorite of the day..
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“Any information is useful in adjusting my arrow build”, as if his arrow build is the reason his arrow ended up in the guts, shoulder joint, ass, or wherever he hit it. I would love to know the shot distance and other particulars.

 

[cgasner1]

Does everybody that cripples/maims/gut shoots an elk go to social media and hunting forums to start a topic? This one’s my favorite of the day..
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He should try one of these

 

[MTLabrador]

This thread is a good reminder of one of the many reasons why I find myself being less and less interested in archery hunting every year. My “arrow build” this year should punch elk shoulders.