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Bison bull, speechless
03 January 2006, 08:28
Roland1Bison bull, speechless
Over the years I have seen many Bison, but this was something special.
I could not believe my eyes, glassing a small herd of Bison, about 35 animals; I spotted the most beautiful Bison Bull I have ever seen. In a flash I could see the dimensions of the animal, shape and size of the horns and wonderful color, the hide was totally covered with thick fur from a dark gold brown to black, just stunning.
Because one picture says more than thousand words…….The herd, not hard to figure who is who………..
About 70 Yards away and I squeezed the trigger, a 260 Grain Accubond hits the center of the bull’s brain; the great beast went down like struck by the hammer of Thor.
Thirty seconds after the shot!
Minutes after the shot
To good to be true.....
Cartridge & bullet, recovered weight 226 Grain
Just sharing,
Roland
03 January 2006, 08:41
RMillerWow that is great.
Thanks for sharing!
Where did you hunt?
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03 January 2006, 09:05
wapiti7Are the animals heading back toward their pen??????
03 January 2006, 09:25
Roland1quote:
Originally posted by wapiti7:
Are the animals heading back toward their pen??????
100,000.00 plus acres penRoland
03 January 2006, 10:03
drummondlindseyI can understand why he might think they are pen raised, the "GREAT BEASTS" buddies dont appear to be too distraught after seeing him struck down by the "HAMMER OF THOR". It is pretty cool when a plan comes together. Having a buffalo fall in the middle of a road has got to be a bonus. Action must of happened fast, you never even cinched down the boot laces. Congrats!
Drum
03 January 2006, 10:52
Luke BlathewickI take it this wasn't really a hunt, mroe of a "shoot your own Bison" kind of thing? I mean they don't appear to be very wild... Either way great pictures...
03 January 2006, 17:02
catsWOW! IMPRESSIVE!! 30 seconds an you were at your bull with untied boot laces. Hey "Hammer of Thor" what power did you have your scope turned up to?
I doubt it was a meat hunt or else you like alot of burger. Hope you didn't get conned into one of those $4000 "trophy bull" hunts. BTW my neighbor has about 20 bull elk in a 200 acre pen all score better than 350" and he's selling them CHEAP. PM me your addy and I'll have him and the taxidermist call you...maybe they will barter for some burger.
03 January 2006, 20:26
DavePYou're speechless? I'M SPEECHLESS!
But no sense in me piling on.
03 January 2006, 20:47
JohnTheGreekRoland,
Sounds like you are hooked on Bison ....EXCELLENT! Now that you are hooked though you should do some digging and hunt the species under more interesting conditions. I am not slamming you (NOTHING intrinsically wrong with shooting your own meat) but only saying that there are other opportunities out there (about 10 of them) that will offer you a whole new image of the species that you obviously find intriguing.
Best,
John
03 January 2006, 22:32
MrHawgDid you get to drive the tractor? That would be cool.
03 January 2006, 23:06
catsquote:
Originally posted by MrHawg:
Did you get to drive the tractor? That would be cool.
04 January 2006, 00:05
Roland1Members,
I think we all know that 98% of Bison hunts are a
harvest.The purpose of my post was to
share some pictures of a beautiful animal; I never claimed that I hunted this bison down in the Henry Mountains or in some other remote place for many days’ etc.
Like I stated before a 100.000 plus acres pen is pretty big, regarding the remark of the gentlemen about the road yes people drive on ranch roads and sometimes animals are close, an other gentlemen quoted my 30 seconds, well may be it was 3 minutes or 57 seconds, apologize not keeping track on accurate time.
Regarding the tractor, gentlemen not everybody is as strong to gut an animal like that in the field and walk 10 miles back with the packed meat, so I really did like the tractor, I am aware that some hunters on this forum have the capability to hike for day’s in the Bitterroots and come back with hundreds of pounds of meat, all my respect for those who can, unfortunately my physical capabilities are not on such level.
Anyway, I was on an 8 day hunt, the bison was an addition because of the nostalgia, and I was lucky enough to find a nice one.
Most important, my family and I had a great time.
I wish everybody a great and happy New Year, lots of health, great hunting and success in life. 
Thank you,
Roland
04 January 2006, 00:13
catsTaken like a true gentlemen. It was BTW a grand looking bison!
04 January 2006, 00:35
mhoWeidmannsheil, Roland! The only important thing is that YOU enjoyed your hunt. Others may have different ideas, power to them. But in the end, this was your hunt, and YOU decided how YOU wanted to arrange it.
- mike
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The rifle is a noble weapon... It entices its bearer into primeval forests, into mountains and deserts untenanted by man. - Horace Kephart
04 January 2006, 00:38
DutchRoland, gentlemanly response. I've been sitting around watching this thread with Rodney Dangerfield whispering in my ear " I can buy no respect around here......".
They are neat animals, but I need to make about 6 more babies before I could handle 400 lbs of hamburger.
As far as hiking meat out the Bitterroots, those rolling hills are for old folks. Central Idaho is where the men and the boys get sorted out....
Enjoy the hide and the meat, Dutch.
Life's too short to hunt with an ugly dog.
04 January 2006, 00:46
Kamo Gariquote:
Originally posted by Roland1:
Members,
I think we all know that 98% of Bison hunts are a
harvest.The purpose of my post was to
share some pictures of a beautiful animal; I never claimed that I hunted this bison down in the Henry Mountains or in some other remote place for many days’ etc.
Like I stated before a 100.000 plus acres pen is pretty big, regarding the remark of the gentlemen about the road yes people drive on ranch roads and sometimes animals are close, an other gentlemen quoted my 30 seconds, well may be it was 3 minutes or 57 seconds, apologize not keeping track on accurate time.
Regarding the tractor, gentlemen not everybody is as strong to gut an animal like that in the field and walk 10 miles back with the packed meat, so I really did like the tractor, I am aware that some hunters on this forum have the capability to hike for day’s in the Bitterroots and come back with hundreds of pounds of meat, all my respect for those who can, unfortunately my physical capabilities are not on such level.
Anyway, I was on an 8 day hunt, the bison was an addition because of the nostalgia, and I was lucky enough to find a nice one.
Most important, my family and I had a great time.
I wish everybody a great and happy New Year, lots of health, great hunting and success in life. Thank you,
Roland
Classy response, and beautiful animal. The word 'hunt' in this instance would not have been my choice,, however...
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04 January 2006, 02:15
Roland1"As far as hiking meat out the Bitterroots, those rolling hills are for old folks. Central Idaho is where the men and the boys get sorted out...."
Dutch,
Ik dacht dat dit in Holland was, maar he je kunt een Hollander niet veel vertellen.
Proost,
Roland
04 January 2006, 02:22
TrademarkTexanquote:
Originally posted by Kamo Gari:
Classy response, and beautiful animal. The word 'hunt' in this instance would not have been my choice,, however...
I think we all need to understand that Bison have NEVER been especially wary animals. They are not 1500 lb whitetails. They depended on their size and gregariousness for safety for centuries. I wouldn't doubt if you could have shot the herd bull from a herd 300 years ago, and the cows would have stood around the exact same way.
I shot a Mt Zebra in Namibia, and the entire herd milled around within 100 yards for 30 minutes afterwards.
Use enough gun...
Shoot 'till it's dead, especially if it bites.
04 January 2006, 02:47
Hot Corequote:
Originally posted by Roland1:
Members,
I think we all know that 98% of Bison hunts are a
harvest.The purpose of my post was to
share some pictures of a beautiful animal; I never claimed that I hunted this bison down in the Henry Mountains or in some other remote place for many days’ etc.
Like I stated before a 100.000 plus acres pen is pretty big, regarding the remark of the gentlemen about the road yes people drive on ranch roads and sometimes animals are close, an other gentlemen quoted my 30 seconds, well may be it was 3 minutes or 57 seconds, apologize not keeping track on accurate time.
Regarding the tractor, gentlemen not everybody is as strong to gut an animal like that in the field and walk 10 miles back with the packed meat, so I really did like the tractor, I am aware that some hunters on this forum have the capability to hike for day’s in the Bitterroots and come back with hundreds of pounds of meat, all my respect for those who can, unfortunately my physical capabilities are not on such level.
Anyway, I was on an 8 day hunt, the bison was an addition because of the nostalgia, and I was lucky enough to find a nice one.
Most important, my family and I had a great time.
I wish everybody a great and happy New Year, lots of health, great hunting and success in life. Thank you,
Roland
Hey Roland, Very nice well thought-out response.
I was just looking at the flicks again and if you had only shown the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 6th, I doubt if you would have heard a single negative comment.
Congratulations on the kill.
04 January 2006, 02:50
SHOOTISTquote:
I think we all need to understand that Bison have NEVER been especially wary animals. They are not 1500 lb whitetails.
You've never seen a true wild bison then-they can teach even the smaartest whitetail a trick or two.
Hunting isn't a mater of life and death......it's more important than that
04 January 2006, 10:52
.366torqueRoland, don't give them the steam off of your shit, even if there lives depened on it! There is no one here who would pass on a buffalo (for meat or wall decorations) in any circumstances.
Now let me say, FRIGGIN' HUGE!!!!!!!!! What did it dress at?
04 January 2006, 22:38
WyoJoeRoland1,
Way to go. The only question you have to answer is "Did you enjoy it?". I hope to do it this fall here in Wyoming. Looks like you used on of my favorite calibers the good ol' .375 H&H.
Hope you don't mind but I liked the first picture and saved a copy of it.
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05 January 2006, 04:47
LJSRoland:
Congratulations on a gorgeous buffalo. The responses of some of our fellow AR members reminds me of the old saying "there are more horses asses in the world than horses". You responded in a more gentlemanly fashion than they deserved!
05 January 2006, 06:38
Aspen Hill AdventuresWow, that's an excellent bison! Looks like a nice place to get one too.
~Ann
05 January 2006, 06:56
acsteeleRoland,
TRACTOR GOOD, CARRY BAD.
Lt. Robert J. Dole, 10th Mountain, Italy.
05 January 2006, 08:49
Matt NormanRoland,
Great looking 'buff and the key thing is you enjoyed yourself. Nor did you try to put a big spin on the story.
This tread covers the entire AR spectrum. There's some good info, there's some good humor (you gotta admit the tractor driving crack was funny), the ever-present keyboard commandos chimed in with their ex-spurt critique, and there was some class shown.
That will make one heckuva 'buff blanket!
05 January 2006, 10:19
fusino90% of the reponses to this thread are far too reactionary. The guy just wanted to share some pictures of his hunt. I suggest a massage or maybe a glass of wine for most of you.
--->Happiness is nothing but health and a poor memory<---Albert Schweitzer
--->All I ever wanted was to be somebody; I guess I should have been more specific<---Lily Tomlin
05 January 2006, 10:49
drummondlindseyHow much does it cost to get a Rug made from Buffalo hide. I've always wanted one.
Drum
05 January 2006, 19:04
MrHawgI think everyone knows that the wise cracks were all in good fun... Other threads have been much nastier...
Drummond, I paid about $600 for a cow a few years ago. Obviously a bull would be much bigger, thus more expensive.
05 January 2006, 19:32
catsquote:
Originally posted by drummondlindsey:
How much does it cost to get a Rug made from Buffalo hide. I've always wanted one.
Drum
from a bull I shot for meat I had a shoulder mount done with the head up and mouth open like it was bellowing..the back 1/2 of the skin I had tanned 38 sq ft (yes that was only 1/2 the hide) @ $32/sq ft.
05 January 2006, 20:36
Brad StarcevichRoland, Congrats on a beautiful animal. Thanks for sharing with us. Best, Starcharvski.
05 January 2006, 20:59
iwzbeemanRoland, nice, gentlymanly response to the rants of the green-eyed monsters. As posted, not a one of the curs would have passed up the opportunity.
07 January 2006, 04:46
DavePYou're right.I wouldn't have passed up the opportunity-on Roland's dime.Myself,I wouldn't have paid for such,and I would not call it a "hunt".That said,it is a magnificent looking beast.
07 January 2006, 04:52
chainI know I am a little late on this, but Congratulations. I am looking to go on a meat Bison hunt in a little while. I think it is an awesome way to fill the freezer with good healthy protein. Nice job and nice post and pictures. As our friends from across the pond might say, " Bully for you"
Windage and elevation, Mrs. Langdon, windage and elevation...
07 January 2006, 22:06
JarrodLet em say what they want. While your eating your Bison steaks fresh off the grill I bet you could care less what they say.
I know I wont turn down the chance to hunt buffalo. there's a lot of good eating.
"Science only goes so far then God takes over."
08 January 2006, 19:18
500grainsGreat bison and great pics!
Congratulations!
09 January 2006, 00:01
steve_robinsonRoland1, A great animal!, he will eat well!, congratulations!
Steve(NOT Shakari)Robinson
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13 January 2006, 08:38
wapiti7Roland, Sorry about starting such a shit storm. I know that most buff hunts are that way except for a few exceptions. Anyway, congrats on a great animal.......wapiti7
13 January 2006, 23:26
Swede44magRoland1:
Great Pics thanks for sharing. How much meat did you get after it being processed?
I would love the chance to take one of those magnificent animals.
Swede
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14 January 2006, 02:55
llamapackerWell done. Congratulations. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed the pictures (if not all the comments fro others.) Please post more in the future.
Bill