IllinoisHunter Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 So, it's 7:10am and sunrise is 7:21, in Illinois it's legal to shoot 1/2 hour before sunrise. Anyway, I catch a glimpse of a nice 140-150 class buck checking some mock scrapes I made about three weeks ago and to his right is another 130 class. The bigger one finally makes his way 25 yards from my stand. I pull back, but am having trouble locating him through my peep site. I finally think I have it set and let go. Bamm! Right over his back. I about puked I was so upset! The reason I'm so frustrated is this was on public ground, and I don't see a lot of big ones there. Has this ever happened to any of you? As far as stuggling so bad with the peep site when it's still a little hazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bow_hunter101 Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 When I first started bowhunting I shot just under a non-typical 6 point right at dawn because I couldn't see clearly through my peep sight. I shot my first buck with a bow the next morning. That's nothing though compared to a 130+ buck! I switched to a slightly larger peep sight and trophy ridge lighted pins after that so I can shoot in low light conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 many many bucks and does are missed for this reason. the hunter needs to make sure he has a large enough peep and either a top quality string that prevents peep twist or a peep alignment device. like the ones that attach to your string. i put top quality strings on all my bows. once they are shot in about 50 shot there good. i might have to go and take the string off and make a 1/2 turn to get the peep to rotate perfect, but once its done, it doesnt move. also using a d loop will allow you to twist it a little out of alignment to get the peep to rotate properly. sorry for you miss. it happens to all of us. but how you take action to prevent this from happening again is whats more important. we all must learn from mistakes. Shoot Strong Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 This is exactly the reason why I shoot with both eyes open. It will give you a better view in dim situations. You would be surprised how the target "lights up" as the available light is not blocked by the peep. You will still be able to pick that spot. Practice this and hopefully that big guy will give you another chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GobblerBuster618 Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 yeah that would be an upsetting morning.. id like to say ive never missed a big buck but who am i kidding. You will get another chance then you will knock one down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abear Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 That sucks to here a few years back i had the same thing happen to me... I least you didn't hit it and couldn't find it.. Hes still out there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kid Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 a couple years ago i went out on halloween to my suprise a nice 150 class 10 point can out following a doe right to my stand it ended up being a 30 yard poke and i ended up shooting right over his back. the net ear after that i ended up buying a brand new mathews. haven't had that problem since, but i'm sure i will do it again someday!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arrow32 Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 Hate to hear that. Sorry about the miss and I hope you see another brute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted October 24, 2007 Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 Sorry to hear that. I found some apple trees out in the middle of no where a month or so ago, but some good sized tracks under them. Opening day I could not hunt in the morning, so I got to the area about 2:30 and you guessed it. The buck was already there. He looked to be a very nice eight pointer, probably 180 pounds. He saw me walking in and vacated the area. I never saw him again after. It happens. Next time you wont miss..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IllinoisHunter Posted October 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2007 This is exactly the reason why I shoot with both eyes open. It will give you a better view in dim situations. You would be surprised how the target "lights up" as the available light is not blocked by the peep. You will still be able to pick that spot. Practice this and hopefully that big guy will give you another chance. You know, I've been thinking about trying that. I may try it in the off-season...I'm sure it will take a ton of practice, and I hate doing something different during season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearClaw Posted October 25, 2007 Report Share Posted October 25, 2007 Sorry about the miss. I passed on a shot at a doe that came in right before dark, but it was dark enough that I knew I wouldn't be able to see through the peep and I have the large hole kind. I didn't even pull up the bow, no sense in taking a chance of a poor shot. At least for me and my bow, I hope I know my limitations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearClaw Posted October 25, 2007 Report Share Posted October 25, 2007 P.S. I wasn't implying you took a poor shot. I was just speaking for myself in my situation. I am truly sorry for you miss! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LIVEWIRE Posted October 25, 2007 Report Share Posted October 25, 2007 this has happened to me before i now use the rubber hose i know the arguements on that but i use it and then about three yrs ago exactly the same as you . i closed my eyes and recocked and anchored with my eyes still closed when i opened them i could see the peep and my target next time early in the morn. try it you'll see if you do it from memory and it feels right it usally is. oh the tip about two eyes open you bet. good advice. ps...... move your stand at least 100yrds away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted October 25, 2007 Report Share Posted October 25, 2007 Has this ever happened to any of you? As far as stuggling so bad with the peep site when it's still a little hazy. YEP...and that's all I have to say about that :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted November 6, 2007 Report Share Posted November 6, 2007 That is too bad, but misses happen, would not let it get you down. Dont have too much trouble with my peep really, still use the rubber aligning tubing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodtrails Posted November 6, 2007 Report Share Posted November 6, 2007 Ouch!! Well, I hope you get another chance on him. Hang in, he'll be back!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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