The Biggest Archery Mule Deer Ever (338 7/8") | More Than a Bow - Justin Gordon

[@calineman]

Wow! love the comment” The adventure is the trophy.” I have never killed anything even close that buck but have had some great adventures.

[@donniedickerson8077]

It takes patience, skill, physical conditioning , dedication, determination, and a relentless desire of adventure to make this kinda thing happen, 99.7% of all hunters lack one or the other myself Included in that, GOOD JOB 👍

[@robburton3255]

People who've never done it, will never understand what it means. Bow hunting mule deer is one of the hardest things I have ever done, but I love it more than everything, other than God and my family. "The adventure IS the trophy"...I love that line! That deer gets to live forever in your home.

[@dawnfollett9215]

Ditto on the “Wow! Love the comment!” Well said. I not only love the passion you have for bow hunting, but also the respect you have for nature. Wishing you more awesome hunts. Take care.🦌

[@cynthiachaney9028]

What respect does he have for nature when he is slaughtering this magnificent creature?

[@TheNewBowunter]

Fantastic cinematography

[@jask1tattoos]

Man, I’ve been staring at that deer for years now on the cover and in the pages of Western Hunter. That deer and that issue lit a fire in me to chase mule deer with my bow in the backcountry. I haven’t been the same since, and it’s a good thing. Thanks Justin for the inspiration and the awesome story. You’re a legend.

[@Mike-ik7dl]

Never hunted with a bow and never really hunted trophy bucks but wow what a story and beautiful buck congrats looks like it was a great experience and awesome memories great job

[@CRR8980]

Unreal buck wow!🏹🦌🇺🇸

[@jdrinkh2o]

Awesome piece! The podcast with him and the details of the hunt were amazing. Really cool to see some of the photos as well!

[@ericlind3569]

What podcast?? I didn’t see it listed on the Hoyt podcast.

[@SteveStewart-z6j]

Huge. Good job Man.

[@brucehillbillybarthalow3786]

Impressive animal !!! The time and dedication to training, the money spent on clothing, gear,and hard work makes this special I'm sure. It would let the anti trophy hunters know, you're a special kind of athlete. And ask 'em what they do.

[@stevevanover9054]

My hats off to you sir that is an incredible feat I have bow hunted since I could ride a bike and know the challenge off it all now I try to self film man what a challenge congratulations

[@Nextdoorneighbor625]

Great hunt brother

[@angeliquemartinez7586]

He's a nice buck

[@WestQuinteroJr]

Awesome kill and great hunting adventures. Nothing beats camping and hunting adventures

[@johnmadson1291]

What kind of money do you spend on that hunt

[@LoganPetro-dd2rk]

Colorado? Utah?

[@ELEVATE208]

Watching this buck on the hoof man is so surreal, almost like “there’s no way this deer is real”

[@dandelion1598]

Blue tongue .. gnats feeding on antlers while growing.?

[@justinjohnson4325]

Well said

[@itschrislamm]

Earned. Honestly if I shot a 200 inch deer getting lucky or because I had $150k like some of these fat rich guys wouldn’t respect it as much as what your story depicts. Congrats

[@alexandercluster3003]

If this came from Mexico we all know what the deal is.

[@mryang3644]

Them antlers grown with some human help

[@patimrider]

Nice buck..... but these aren't "natural" bucks, are they? Aren't they bred a certain way to increase antler size, weight, etc?

[@bobtosi9346]

Seriously? No one is breeding these animals. It’s just a natural abnormality. A genetic mutation. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@hoytarcheryofficial]

Actually this buck is natural, as you say. It lived on public land, up in the high country far away from cities or even trails. No "selective breeding" or anything. Just mother nature showing its beauty. Justin just put in the work, the stars aligned, and he came out with a world record buck.

[@mikestackz854]

It’s not natural

[@troutbus5644]

That looks like one of them roided out high fence farm/pet deer

[@hoytarcheryofficial]

Looks like it, huh? But it's 100% a public land, free range, high country buck. So wild!

[@Nextdoorneighbor625]

The hunt is getting close making a good shot is the chocolate on the cake

[@MacExcel]

What enclosure/zoo is that from??

[@pauloblock5580]

High country public land Colorado hunt. It’s a great “zoo” you should check it out. Just don’t forget your boots

[@donniedickerson8077]

They do exist in the wild, rare but they do exist, that's why it's a trophy buck ,

[@tonyh.9957]

Farm raised???

[@bobtosi9346]

Obviously you have never been in the back country

[@hoytarcheryofficial]

Nope. This was a public land, DIY, back country hunt.

[@alexandercluster3003]

@@bobtosi9346 They are rearing giant mule deer in Mexico. It’s a legit question. It’s pretty wild country also.

[@alexandercluster3003]

@@hoytarcheryofficial What state? What country?

[@jackbuendgen389]

​@@alexandercluster3003 If memory serves the buck was taken in Colorado

[@ShannonLawrence-m3w]

Gee. A huge beautiful animal, killed for fun. I don't get hunting. Why do some folks think killing something is fun? I just like looking at them, grateful that they exist.

[@tkid122115]

Than why even watch and comment. You don't get it

[@charlievanlandingham567]

Until you hunt for your own food you will never understand. It's not about the kill. It's the thrill of the chase, the comradere, the fresh air, the being one with nature and the taste and smell of fresh deer steaks on the grill.

[@KathleenBurton-z1t]

Author: Immature JERK! Bless the Beasts & the Children.

[@Rhesa-jc3on]

Fresh air can b obtained by taking a walk & enjoying the sights & sounds & smells of nature - NOT a murder. Give the animal a gun or bow & arrow & c how YOU enjoy the hunt!!!

[@georgeirey3958]

You act like he's not going to eat the meat like most hunters do next time before committing on something or someone you don't know just don't