The World's Biggest Typical Whitetail Deer: The Milo Hanson Buck

Published on June 10, 2009
Duration: 2:29

The Milo Hanson Buck, the world's largest typical whitetail, scored 213 5/8 inches and was harvested in 1993. Despite being only 3.5 years old, its impressive 6x6 antlers featured main beams over 27 inches and tines exceeding 12 inches. A unique aspect of the hunt involved a .308 rifle shot that struck and damaged the right main beam and G2 tine. Hanson is also recognized for achieving back-to-back Boone and Crockett record bucks.

Quick Summary

The Milo Hanson Buck, harvested in 1993, is the world's largest typical whitetail deer with a Boone and Crockett score of 213 5/8 inches. Notably, it was only 3.5 years old and sustained damage to its antlers from a .308 rifle shot during the hunt.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introducing the Milo Hanson Buck
  2. 00:34Antler Details & Age
  3. 01:13The Hunt & Bullet Damage
  4. 02:06NRA Great American Hunters Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Milo Hanson Buck significant in whitetail deer hunting?

The Milo Hanson Buck is renowned as the world's largest typical whitetail deer, holding a Boone and Crockett score of 213 5/8 inches. It was harvested in 1993 and remains a benchmark for trophy whitetails.

How old was the Milo Hanson Buck when harvested?

Remarkably, the Milo Hanson Buck was only three and a half years old when Milo Hanson harvested it in 1993. This young age contributes to the exceptional nature of its antler development.

What unique damage did the Milo Hanson Buck's antlers sustain?

During the hunt, a .308 rifle shot struck the right main beam of the Milo Hanson Buck, leaving a visible hole and fracturing the G2 tine. This damage is a notable feature of the record-holding rack.

Who is Milo Hanson and what is his hunting achievement?

Milo Hanson is the hunter who harvested the world-record typical whitetail buck. He also holds the unique distinction of being the only hunter to take back-to-back Boone and Crockett record bucks in consecutive years.

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