Thread: I wasn't seriously expecting to hit it.........Fluke shots.

I actually like this thread and I hope to see lots of great stories posted here. I must say I was disappointed by the first couple of responses however I understand their motivation. That said, I defy any shooter to tell me that they haven't had a "HOLY SHI..... Yeah, that was what I was trying to achieve" - moment.

With over 35 years of hunting, I have some favourite stories... many stories.... sooooooooo many stories...

Some personal bests:

3 rabbits with one shot using a .22LR. Done that several times. It just takes planning. Much satisfation to be had.
4 rabbits with one shot using a shotgun. Only once... was disappointed I didn't get the 5th rabbit. Lucky bastard got away. Wife was witness to that one.
A rabbit on the run, from the hip, one hand, with a 22LR. Done that 3 times now. Much satisfaction, just no witnesses to boast about it on my behalf.
A running goat, headshot at around 150m with a .222 - witnessed by my biggest hunting critic. That shut him up for a few days.
Two goats with one shot at 280 meters with a .243. Same hunting critic present, with his unbeleiving/cynical mate. Shut them both up for the day.
Running wobbly at just under 200m with the .243, standing shot, uphill. 5 witnesses all of who went.... "Wow".... followed by total silence and embarresed head scratching. Silently I was pleasantly surprised myself but it was a resolute and determined effort born of experience. Pffffff!!!

And then there are the funny stories, and the pure bloody luck stories...