The difference between you and the OP is that you are:
A. Honest in telling what you think really happened.
B. Humble enough to publicly discuss where you think something went wrong.
C. Are more likely than not going to attempt to use what you learned due to your circumstances and apply that knowledge in attempts at future medium/long distance shooting, whether that means getting closer or taking multiple wind readings to attain a better chance at a high probability shot.
Best of luck on your next elk season!
THE CHAIR IS AGAINST THE WALL.
The Tikka T3 in .308 Winchester is the Glock 19 of the rifle world.
