kyhunter99

Thanks for the clarification Rhino. Yes, this bucks genetics are unique for the area in question, with exception to one older typical taken last year in which this deer's 2015 rack bore noticable resemblance. That typical had a very large body, but this buck does not. They seem to have almost the exact same pattern. IMO, this deer is a shooter, but--because of his qualities I personally opted not to harvest in hopes that he will cover more does this season and further that genetic line (especially given the uncertainty of his success last year), if someone else ends up taking him so be it, but at least he will have more of a chance. I did see him out of velvet this year, so here is hoping he stays out of the crosshairs and has been an amorous boy.

Anyway, given his rack explosion between last year and this one (basic typical last year only one small non typical point), and the small neck of last years post rut (again--not pictured!!) im not convinced this is his best rack. what do you all think?

Again, the pic uploaded isnt the post rut one i saw from last year. im unable to edit original post, i know thats throwing alot of you off.

Clarifying original post--ive been watching him since july 2015. December 2015 is when i noticed the lack of swelling/doe body. the pics in the original post are from *this year* july-august.

is this buck mature or not? watched him from last year, had a pencil rack and only 1 non typical point. no swelling of the neck post rut. quite the transformation this year got me curious

This should be larger, apparently going from mobile shrunk them.

Still comes out smaller... hm..

Used the add photo button, yeah they are too small. Let me try attachment option.

Weirdest thing ive ever seen! The dog and I found this buck on our property, deer appeared to be in his bed area when the tree fell. appears to have initially landed on his midsection and broke the two ribs, coagulated blood found on the log probably from predatory feeding. Hair clump also found on underside of log. Blood discharged from nose. Only thing this reminds me of is an old illustration in "big game animals of north america" by Jack O'connor. Thought id share, probably never see something like this again! (See my second post below for larger pictures)