Giant Piebald Buck With A Bow! | Illinois Rut Hunt

Kurt's hunting season takes a quick turn as an elusive 6-year-old Piebald buck makes its way toward his stand.
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[@brucehillbillybarthalow3786]

I had a nephew get married on opening day. He seemed disappointed that I wasn't there, I would've been disappointed if I went. Great shot and what a nice buck. Bowhunt or Die

[@michaelbushey2787]

Yeah, he's just your nephew, probably on your wife's side of the family right?!

[@tim03b_48]

He didn’t think about you when he let his wife pick the date. That’s on him bro. Good decision.

[@jnuz65]

'Don't get married in November" 🤣or October!! Bowhunt or Die!👍

[@ToddGraf1]

Ideally, September 10 - December 15th!!!!

[@dalewengerd1220]

Love the bantering back-and-forth more of it

[@Rocker1983]

Justin does a great job by himself but I prefer it when you guys are both on the show.

[@aarongoeppner413]

I always enjoy with both Todd and Justin are in for the ending!

[@LancasterArcherySupply]

There's NEVER enough Todd and Justin banter. The world needs more!

[@allansisson355]

Kurt what a season to see so much action, and then to get him. Fantastic. I do like the conversations with the two of you, it's like the old times. I've been watching forever.

[@Peter-B-Fly]

Justin and Todd together is what BHOD is and has been from the early days. Keep that going and I honestly miss the old intro. I never skipped past it. Only suggestion I would make is maybe more “how to” clips incorporated into the hunts? Like how Kurt gets up the tree fast while saddle hunting, for example. You guys are awesome and I enjoy watching all your videos. Been a fan since 2012.

[@alexgarza482]

I’m an expandable guy myself, but i bet the confidence in that fixed blade saved that shot opportunity👍🏽

[@LKVang-l8h]

Being together. Todd + Justin the best

[@pikelakekenny1546]

Yes i like you both in together i like the poke and jabs from both that makes the show funny

[@kenthorsen4558]

Awesome story and a great buck! And who in their right mind would get married in November?

[@ToddGraf1]

I 2nd this!

[@jeremywanner4526]

It happens when you’re thoroughly hen pecked,and gets worse from there.

[@rongarofalo3482]

Interaction between Justin and Todd is what makes your show unique. Back and fourth banter is top notch. Don't stop.

[@javenjohnson174]

I love to see both of you in the studio. Your chemistry is unmatched.

[@searcyd1]

I'm glad you asked Todd. You guys in the studio together make the show. I've been watching for years, and the show definitely lacks when you two aren't together. The hunting is great, your pro staffers are all awesome, but there's no doubt...you guys together make the show what it is. More please.

[@scottschaeffer8920]

$50 dollar fine for a November wedding! Well done! Congrats.

[@justinmclain1315]

Did Justin forget Halloween was little over a month ago? Why he'd come dressed like Tod 😂

[@craigwagner327]

I like it better when you guys are both in the studio and bring back the intro song too please

[@onearthoutdoors]

OG viewer here. I think you guys may remeber me? ;) I really enjoy kurts content. Hes a hell of a bowhunter. Also you guys having conversations about specifics in the hunts is the perfect format in my opioion.

[@fall-qe9rf]

More I missed the days when you were both together for all your videos

[@paulcrave3112]

That’s going to make an awesome shoulder mount.

[@PoeOutdoors]

575 grain arrow with a solid one-piece broadhead passed completely through? What a surprise! 😂 Great shot, nice to see a hunter with a proper setup aim for the vitals instead of the liver/guts. Beautiful mature buck!

[@philipmedlin8902]

Kurt is a deer killing machine. He has the knack for big bucks. 😅

[@NewDayOutdoors]

Not going to lie ... twins JZ and Todd ... it kind of creeps me out. Oh ... AWESOME buck Kurt! Congrats buddy

[@ToddGraf1]

😂

[@ricksears3330]

Westin even has the bow hunt or die hat on. Poor kid, you scared him for life. Keep up the great work

[@jeremiahlandrum2351]

This was fun to watch. Lots of action could have jumped right on the one guy lol. Very nice shot too I wasn’t expecting it watching I thought he needed about one more step but man you squeezed it in there! Awesome awesome deer!

[@goelzprogram]

What a stud of a deer! Kurt is the man! He has natural ability and is a likable guy. Maybe cycle him as a host every now and again? Or have him do his own segment? JZ and Todd, you are great hosts too but definitely don't go twinsies ever again 😂. JZ does a great job with the Pinch point but he needs a co host. You should cycle in some of the other guys on the channel for both shows to host. Either way, the content is great as is! Keep up the good work.

[@HunterBinns]

Awesome buck Kurt! Super cool to see a local killing bucks around home! Your fellow local has picked up on some self filming this year. I’d love to show you my trophy room sometime.

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Thanks buddy! Well have to get together for sure!

[@Wild_Upstate]

Incredible story!!!! What a turn of events and outstanding finish!!

[@warbirdflyerF4U]

Great video on a great buck Congratulations

[@13outdoors47]

Congratulations…. That’s an awesome 👏 buck 🦌🏹

[@WestCoastGoldProspecting]

Good job brother. Seek and you shall find. Depending on your level of dedication that is . What a hog of a buck.

[@jeremiahlandrum2351]

I made it that far into the video! I personally like seeing you guys together I’ve learned a lot with watching and listening to you guys. If you need more personnel in central indiana for 2024 hmu! Can’t wait for the next video

[@markabney]

What a buck!! He looked like a cow walking through there

[@Jb-vc5fq]

I like how his tongue was hanging out to the side. He’d been running hard looking for does.

[@jeffm.1256]

Don’t get married in November. Don’t get married PERIOD! What they say is true- marriage is a life sentence! Another great buck man. Congratulations

[@tomconnole5385]

Loved the content great camera work. Nice change from some of the other channels.

[@Jeffchizoate]

I like the banter with both of you in the studio. I also love to watch you all hunt out of tree stands. So many other hunting shows are just guys sitting in muddy blinds next to food plots.

[@allenosborne1201]

Doesn’t everyone watch every second of you guys??? Definitely want you to keep up the banter between you two!! Absolutely love it!! Keep up the good work guys!!! ❤️🏹🦌

[@briansteigauf8784]

Always fun when the two of you do the show together !

[@bobbryant4292]

Congratulations, great buck, that bow is not structurally okay, please get that fixed before you get hurt. Great hunt, great buck.

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Awaiting a replacement limb at the moment! The backup bow has been summoned for the remainder of the season! Thanks!

[@barrywinseck]

Long time fan of the channel and BHOD. Old school guy like a lot of others. It’s not the same if you guys aren’t hosting the show. You two are just as much the show…as are the hunts. Bowhunt or Die, Baby!

[@999gloryhog]

Loved the "ask the expert". Although I knew the issue was the 3rd axis I've never seen it adjusted in the vise like that. Great job P.J.!

[@paulcrave3112]

I like the camo scentloc uses on your clothes.

[@TexasBowHunter]

Congratulations!!! Great shot, talk about threading the needle.

[@mudell.hunter0426]

Now that is funny, you guys look like twins 😂

[@raymcleod7054]

Really enjoy both you guys congratulations😊 I believe you guys feed off each other enjoy every moment

[@newhopeassemblyofgodbrooks5613]

More of it Todd . . . Love watching y'all working together . . . and yes it was a nice buck . . and a swee

[@ronzaczynski8930]

Justin and Todd together love the banter. Keep it up 🏹

[@davebennett3982]

Anyone that sets their marriage date during late October or in November doesn't deserve to have anyone attend the ceremony. That's a simple fact based on common sense.

[@dakotamungall3546]

That was a freaking awesome hunt to watch and to see all the activity and big deer on one area.

[@nickthompson9513]

That’s awesome growing the staff! I don’t care what you wear on set, I’m trying to figure out how Kurt was wearing my the same gear when it was snowing sideways and a few days later when it was 70!

[@kurtthorsen5540]

The beauty of base layers!

[@nickthompson9513]

@@kurtthorsen5540 I was pretty confident you were going to say heated base layers!

[@Dr10Jeeps]

I enjoy your conversations. Please keep them.

[@The_Judge300]

Good to see that Kurt is using a heavy arrow. They just work so well. I use a 650 grain arrow myself and there is nothing stopping that.

[@billhart2746]

Always check your bow limbs by a cotton ball across the long. The best way to find any cracks etc

[@GeraldTurner-m5w]

Great hunt. Great buck. Great video. You da man!!

[@58BowNut]

I like the two of you together after the videos! Wearing the same outfits is not a good look though! Love all the content, don’t change a thing!

[@ToddGraf1]

For the record, the same outfit wasn't planned.

[@ArrowAffliction]

Heck of a buck

[@Whopperjunior69]

I love the Todd + Justin combo

[@PAKraig]

Made it all the way through the episode, as usual. The nearly identical attire was kinda creepy! Lol but funny. I'd like to see an episode talking about how difficult it is to get these hunts on film. I've tried and there's no way I could kill the mature Pennsylvania buck I do AND get it on camera. Might make some of the "keyboard critics" really appreciate the cool content you "folks" bring us 😉👍🏼 Almost forgot, awesome buck Kurt and excellent complete episode. Amazing buck activity!

[@Outdoorsmanlife]

I learned something new about the bow level. Thanks Lancaster archery

[@clay9711]

Great shot man!!

[@chitwoodtaxidermy]

Was the buck’s tongue hanging out of his mouth before the shot?

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Sure was!

[@huntgatherrepeat6050]

Hey Kurt, are you using a call or grunt tube when you grunt or have you simply mastered the vocalization, naturally, with your mouth?

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Little bit of both! Normally when I'm trying to grunt loud and get something's attention from a distance I will use my HS no bull grunt call. If I'm trying to sweet talk one that's close, I use my voice. Hard to explain how I do it, but I make it by inhaling with a closed throat. It's been the demise of many bucks!

[@huntgatherrepeat6050]

Cool. It sounds like I've got some practicing to do. That said, I won't be at in St Louis at ATA this year, but I'll be at SHOT. I hope our paths cross if your travels take you to Vegas. (and Congrats again!)

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Thank you! I'll be at ATA but unfortunately not the shot show! Good luck and Merry Christmas!

[@duanehensley5353]

What an awesome hunt. So many crazy things in 1 episode. Great footage for no camera man. If you can respond, did Mathews take care of your bow situation?

[@Tschida2004]

Do more of the together talking points I agree.

[@paulcrave3112]

Did that buck have his tongue hanging out of its mouth when you shot him?

[@ToddGraf1]

Sure did; as Kurt mentioned, one of our other hunting buddies saw the buck almost 3/4 of a mile away. He must have been running hard. If you ever keep an eye on dogs that are playing really hard they will also do the same thing as.

[@allenosborne1201]

When are you guys gonna get off your butts and register for the LAC? I’m driving 13hrs down from Canada and hope to see and meet you guys there!!! Get’er done!!! 🎯

[@huntmasterjames]

Awesome congratulations man

[@shogo359]

Great video! Great Deer! That is why i dont own a Phase4 lol

[@petermyers7928]

Love your videos. Keep up the great work

[@DROutdoors18]

It looks like Justin dressed up as Todd for Halloween

[@ToddGraf1]

😜

[@v.l.bradley9962]

I lie having the both of you on the show , makes for an enjoying show

[@ToddGraf1]

Thanks for the feed back.

[@ericgmathe]

It only seems natural to have Justin and Todd together.

[@michaelficarro2591]

I'm just here for the "that's bad luck" comments......

[@doktorkush]

What brand of buck call is he using around 7:45? Sounds great

[@bowhuntordie]

That is the NoBull grunt/growl from Hunters Specialties. It's awesome!

[@andrewm9454]

Definitely together. It’s comical to see the nit picking and ribbing you guys do to each other. BHOD

[@MrHip76]

Action packed video!

[@tfelich19]

Great hunt!

[@dougchapman1806]

Twinning!!

[@billhart2746]

I like the sessions with Lancaster archery

[@justinfrymark2657]

Keep the show like it is. One of a kind since day one. No one else’s hunting show flows like yours. Get rid of the crossbow hunts!

[@williamhamilton400]

great shot mister

[@The_Judge300]

My hearing is not that good anymore and the sounds might not be reflected well in the video, but to me it sounds like the grunt call Kurt uses has a to mature of a sound. In my experience will often a grunt call with a to mature sound put off many mature bucks that are not that aggressive. They can be great to call in a bully buck, but often not for many other mature bucks. It is better with a grunt call that sounds more like a 2-3 year old deer tending a doe in my opinion, as that will quickly fire up most mature bucks, as they all feel confident of kicking his behind.

[@amosarmstrong1249]

Love the channel, love the content, I've even got some merch to prove it! Great episode, keep it coming! BHOD

[@bowhuntordie]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@adampowell9543]

Is that Dave’s smith decoy?

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Yep!

[@ToddGraf1]

Yes

[@jawonnowens2815]

What kind of grunt is that

[@kurtthorsen5540]

HS no bull grunt call

[@ToddGraf1]

Kurt is the king of using his vocal skills to create grunt sounds! But we use NoBull Grunt/Growl Call by Hunter Specialties.

[@edgarsolorzano512]

I hung in there great hunt

[@RF11-ih4cy]

Would love to know what pack you’re using. Thanks.

[@ToddGraf1]

Mystery Ranch - Treehouse

[@wesmac68]

Congratulations. But why did you wait so long to retrieve? He was stiff as a board

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Thanks! Helped get a few does out of the woods before rounding up the crew to recover him. Was only an hour after the shot.

[@wesmac68]

@@kurtthorsen5540 WOW. He stiffened up quick. Nice shot.

[@kurtthorsen5540]

@@wesmac68 I was equally as surprised! Thanks, I appreciate it! No better feeling than watching it drop right into the pocket 🎯

[@HooligansMx]

That's why I use a greenlight on my walk in I've literally walked within ten yards if a couple deer looked right at them and they only looked for a sec and kept on eating the greenlight thing IS NOT a myth.

[@cooterbrown1703]

What bow is that?

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Mathews Phase 4 👍

[@simpsonbj09]

More of this!

[@dakotahorn9358]

WHEN you had that bucks attention with the second grunt , you could have used a doe bleat using your own voice. Doing that right after grunting makes a buck think two deer and one is a doe that is not happy. Think in your mind of a buck pushing a doe and the doe isn't quite ready for him. It makes those bucks high step right to you. 50 + years of vocalization here in Iowa.

[@dakotahorn9358]

Think about it , if you were horny what would you be most apt to investigate ....two dudes punchin it out or a guy and a girl having an arguement ? Sometimes bucks just arent interested in a fight , but , let it think a doe is being pestered by a small buck and .........

[@scottycrain9306]

YOU KEEP DOING YOU

[@pway11]

Show is better when both of you are at the desk. Having just a single guy at the desk having conversation just to the camera is just plain. If it's in the field filming during a hunt that's one thing but at a desk talking, you need two people having a conversation. You guys are both very open and truthful about what you believe. Its better when you have two different opinions sometimes. And one more thing, you don't need to dress alike lol. Bow hunt or die baby.

[@ToddGraf1]

For the record, Justin has been copying me for years 😂. Thanks for the feedback.

[@kipmcbride2681]

More like this for sure

[@theavidsportsman9490]

Give us more of the twinning

[@davefabian2942]

Bring in Kaitlyn Maus as contributor

[@gregsido9235]

Fuck no! 😡

[@Domlikeschicken]

Kurt's my uncle

[@kurtthorsen5540]

Can confirm 😂