How to Score Buck Antlers | Midwest Whitetail

Published on August 23, 2023
Duration: 9:56

This video provides a comprehensive guide on how to score whitetail buck antlers using the Pope and Young or Boone and Crockett methods. It details the measurement process for main beams, tines (G1-G4), circumferences (H1-H4), inside spread, and abnormal points. The instructor emphasizes the importance of using a metal tape measure and adhering to specific measurement points for accuracy, distinguishing between gross and net scores, and typical versus non-typical classifications.

Quick Summary

To score whitetail buck antlers using the Pope and Young or Boone and Crockett methods, measure main beams along the center line from the burr to the tip. Tines are measured from tip to where they meet the beam. Circumference measurements are taken at specific intervals, finding the narrowest point. Abnormal points are deducted, and spread credit is limited by main beam length.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Antler Scoring
  2. 00:55Essential Tools for Scoring
  3. 01:19Scoreable Point Criteria
  4. 01:49Green Score vs. Official Score
  5. 02:14Gross vs. Net Score
  6. 02:26Scoring a Typical Buck
  7. 03:04Scoring a Non-Typical Buck
  8. 03:58Measuring the Main Beam
  9. 04:40Measuring Tines (G1s, G2s, etc.)
  10. 06:36Circumference Measurements (H1-H4)
  11. 07:50Measuring Inside Spread
  12. 08:19Spread Credit Limitations
  13. 09:00Measuring Abnormal Points
  14. 09:22Calculating Net Score (Typical & Non-Typical)
  15. 09:50Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the basic requirements for an antler point to be considered scoreable?

For an antler point to be scoreable using the Pope and Young or Boone and Crockett methods, it must be at least one inch in length. Additionally, the length of the point must be greater than the width of its base; a one-inch point with a very broad base would not qualify.

How is the main beam of a whitetail buck's antler measured for scoring?

The main beam is measured along its center line, following its curvature. The measurement starts at the lowest outer point on the burr and extends to the tip of the beam, avoiding the bottom or top edges.

What is the difference between a green score and an official score for antlers?

A green score is an initial measurement taken shortly after a deer is harvested. An official score, required for record book entry, can only be determined after the antlers have dried for a minimum of 60 days.

How are abnormal points on an antler rack handled in scoring?

Abnormal points, which are any points not part of the typical antler structure, are measured from their tip to their base on the main beam. These measurements are then deducted from the total score when calculating the net typical score.

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