Thread: Front on shots at Deer.

I've had a similar experience last May with a sika stag downhill charging up towards me on a spur at around 40 yards. The only shot despite me being patient and waiting was front on so I decided it was now or never. I've never taken the front on shot ever. So I let the 243 with 100 grain rip, and it was low and exited low through front right leg. No vitals or serious damage it ran off down hill coming to a halt standing but limping. In pursuit I gave a a rushed shot hit low on the neck, and the third and final in the engine room.

Not my finest hunting moment as all my 1st shots have been in the vital area sometimes followed up with a second if required. You live and learn.