NICE MULE DEER TAKEN AT 500 YARDS!

Published on November 27, 2019
Duration: 7:00

This video documents a successful mule deer hunt in Wyoming, culminating in a 500-yard shot. The hunt involved navigating challenging terrain and dealing with wind conditions. The effectiveness of new Terminal Ascent ammunition is highlighted, emphasizing its accuracy and performance characteristics for long-range hunting scenarios.

Quick Summary

A successful mule deer hunt was completed at 500 yards in Wyoming using .30-06 caliber Terminal Ascent ammunition. This advanced ammunition features improved IQ channel grooving for enhanced accuracy and bonded construction with a slip tip for effective terminal performance, even in challenging hunting conditions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Hunt in Wyoming
  2. 00:04Meeting the Hunting Party and Outfitters
  3. 00:38Chasing Mule Deer and Initial Setbacks
  4. 01:28Spotting a New Buck and Planning the Stalk
  5. 01:43Navigating Difficult Terrain to Approach the Deer
  6. 02:05Setting Up for the Shot at 300 Yards
  7. 02:09Discussion on .30-06 and Terminal Ascent Ammunition
  8. 02:23Improvements in Terminal Ascent Ammunition
  9. 03:00The Deer Herd and Wind Swirling
  10. 03:25Obstacles to Shooting and Deer Fleeing
  11. 03:36Regrouping and Setting Up for Another Attempt
  12. 03:45The Deer Approach and the 500-Yard Shot
  13. 04:12The Successful Shot Footage
  14. 04:51Post-Shot Analysis and Deer Examination
  15. 05:10Praise for the Shot Placement and the Buck
  16. 06:06Reflecting on the Successful Morning Hunt
  17. 06:10Confirming the 500-Yard Distance
  18. 06:21Recalling the First Stalk and Patience Paying Off

Frequently Asked Questions

What ammunition was used for the 500-yard mule deer shot?

The hunter used .30-06 caliber ammunition, specifically the new Terminal Ascent ammunition. This ammunition is noted for its improved accuracy due to perfected IQ channel grooving and its performance as a bonded bullet with a slip tip.

What factors made the mule deer hunt challenging?

The hunt presented several challenges, including navigating difficult terrain with snow and mud, dealing with swirling winds that could alert the deer, and encountering obstacles like fence crossbars that prevented shots at closer ranges.

How accurate is the Terminal Ascent ammunition?

The Terminal Ascent ammunition is described as being even more accurate than previous versions like HTR. Improvements in IQ channel grooving, optimized for specific calibers and grain weights, contribute to its high accuracy and good ballistic coefficient.

What was the distance of the successful mule deer shot?

The successful shot on the mule deer was taken at precisely 500 yards. The deer reportedly did not travel far after being hit, indicating effective shot placement and bullet performance at this extended range.

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