I've done a fair bit of shooting out to 1500 yds and realistically I've found that getting on target in what I would consider the kill zone to be 700 yds or less for me. Though I have pulled off some incredible groups at well over 1000 yds for me it's not consistent enouph to warrant shooting at game.
I suppose whats got me thinking about this more than ever is a fella I know who took a shot at an elk with a 338 lapua last week at 1350 yds. It took 4 shots for him to hit the animal and when he finally did he most certainly did not go home with any meat. This individual is an expert tracker and an excellent hunter at that however the allure of wanting a long-range kill under his belt I think has been muddied by not producing an efficient, ethical kill.
Friends....best of luck in your long-range hunting experience but please do it with great pride and respect both for the hunter you are and the animals that provide for our families.
