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Same here. Midwest whitetails.

My largest was about 250# on hoof. Killed with a 60 grain Partition at about 20 steps. A short 40 yard or so semi circle and he was done. Shot through both scapulas. Trying to find a pic of him.

Several 180-200# deer with a 243 or 6mm and an 85 grain Sierra flat base. Rarely run and I get exits about 90% of the time.

Not gearing up for small deer just had to set up our rigs due to the landowners wishes because of houses within 300 yards in 3 directions.

I can only think of 1 shot over 50 yards and most under 30.