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Lane Salvato

I was able to take a pronghorn on a hunt in the Texas Panhandle which is a rare treat. Land owner tags are given out by the state and they are very hard to get. I lucked into one and was able to go. The tags were held by a guide so I hunted with a group of nice fellows.

The shot was 420 yards which was my longest yet. I was instructed to put my left hand under the buttstock and I instructed the guide that I hold the fore-end. The shot was low but completely lethal. Front of the front leg.

The lessons learned from Nathan work in real hunts whether you have a lot of time to aim and adjust or whether it's a fast paced pressure situation. If you use the principles he gives in his books and practice them, they work. I think part of it is the confidence that comes with practice and knowing what works and what doesn't.

So I guess the conclusion is, practice Nathan's techniques, learn about bullets, and keep hold of the fore-end!