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The Ethics of Long Range Hunting

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Jun 30 2023

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What distance is your ethical shooting limit for hunting? MDT Pro Shooter John Pynch talks about how he works on and sets his limit in different conditions. Variables like wind, bullet speed, gear, and skill are addressed. Watch for great advice on finding out what your comfortable ethical hunting distance is.

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