standman Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Well this morning I had my chance at the buck I've been waiting for, the buck of my lifetime. 25 yards broadside, got drawn undetected, picked my spot on his heart, released and the buck came unglued at the shot and ducked. Clipped the hairs on top of his back. I am so sick I could jump off a tall building. Don't think I'll ever get over it. I know misses happen but not this time, not this buck! I'm now sitting on a hillside eating lunch wondering if I'll ever get that chance again. Brian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesWhitetail Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Oh man, that's terrible!! It takes so much for it all to come together for that opportunity! But don't give up! You just never know....sometimes the best moments in hunting come right after the worst! Go for it! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Dog Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Persistence is key! You were able to get that close to him once, if you keep on him, you'll be able to do it again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
capoeirajosh Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Hang in there man! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DUG Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Dibs on his bow and truck......lol! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
standman Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Dibs on his bow and truck......lol! I haven't jumped yet 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
almost Report post Posted September 6, 2014 That's Cold DUG! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arrowsniper Report post Posted September 6, 2014 .....the game is still going. I need popcorn for this one! Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rossislider Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Been there. It's been a few years and I'm still haunted by the 115-120 class buck I gave a haircut. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjhunt2 Report post Posted September 6, 2014 I feel your pain Brian. Seems like you did everything right. I usually blow it way before the shot. There's still time left. Let's hope he gives you another shot at him. Now you know what to expect from him the next time. TJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattys281 Report post Posted September 6, 2014 I feel your pain Brian. Seems like you did everything right. I usually blow it way before the shot. There's still time left. Let's hope he gives you another shot at him. Now you know what to expect from him the next time. TJ Flip side is that buck also knows to check the trees now. Are you hunting over salt or water? If you know where that buck will be standing scoot on back to 40 yards. Every deer I've ever shot at under 30 yards has jumped, but at 40+ they just stand there and watch that arrow come. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edge Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Dang buck jumped the string, I think coues bucks give each other clinics in performing this feat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
standman Report post Posted September 6, 2014 I feel your pain Brian. Seems like you did everything right. I usually blow it way before the shot. There's still time left. Let's hope he gives you another shot at him. Now you know what to expect from him the next time. TJ Flip side is that buck also knows to check the trees now. Are you hunting over salt or water? If you know where that buck will be standing scoot on back to 40 yards. Every deer I've ever shot at under 30 yards has jumped, but at 40+ they just stand there and watch that arrow come. I've killed a mess of them under 20 that never flinched, first one to do it to me. Have had mule deer and elk (surprisingly) do it Seen them jump the string for others. I'm about over it. Wouldn't change anything that I did. Would take the same shot again. Sometimes it's just not meant to be. Short memory, on to the next one. Back at it tomorrow. Brian 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sherman Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Do you have pictures you would post of this deer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjhunt2 Report post Posted September 6, 2014 Good luck tomorrow Brian. Do to work this is my first missed archery season since the early 70's. TJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
