Originally Posted by safariman
I would not have tried this shot with a 223, 243, or any other sub 30 caliber bullet


Sounds to me like you need to start carrying one of those, if it will keep you from taking bullchit shots that cause animals to suffer.

Originally Posted by safariman
Ask yourselves after you look at my photos of this years bear and read my report if you would have made an attempted shot with a rifle that was much less than mine in power and capabilities.


There isn't a rifle on the planet that would have made me take that shot.

Originally Posted by safariman
What would YOU have wanted in your hands, with the always very real possibility of a less than ideal shot placement? And PA- LEEZE don't pipe up with that "I only take perfect shots" crap. Real hunting in the real woods, for really big and mature animals, does not allow that kind of selectivity.


Real hunters make selective shots, Mark. I'm honestly ashamed that you call yourself a hunter after reading about this encounter and your perspective of it. You should be very disappointed in yourself.