Videos tagged with deer anatomy

This video discusses ethical shot placement during a deer rut hunt, focusing on the importance of a broadside or quartering-away shot for a quick, clean kill. It emphasizes patience, knowledge of deer anatomy, and disciplined shot selection, cautioning against risky shots like frontal or quartering-towards angles, especially when adrenaline is high. The description also highlights the need for regular practice and preparation to ensure the hunter can identify the precise aiming point and wait for the ideal moment, prioritizing restraint over taking an unfavorable chance.

This expert guide from Gunwerks details the critical importance of shot placement in long-range hunting. It emphasizes the high shoulder shot, explaining how a VLD-style bullet's trajectory through this area effectively anchors the animal by impacting the spine and lungs. The guide highlights increased hit probability due to the margin for error in windage and vertical placement.