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Mule Deer Buck Spread

Mike Eastman February 8, 2012 General 1 Comment 8,048 Views

Mule Deer bucks pinch their ears back to listen while walking or running off. They then always look wider. In the judging section of the new book I mention that you need to get a front view. Here is the front view of the buck. He has 21 or 22 inches tip to tip of ears. Now you can get a better look for judging both spread and gross score. And get away from the dreaded “ground shrinkage” Thanks all of you for the response.

 

Here is a closer look at the buck. I think he is between 24-25″ outside and is a 170 gross buck with his 3 inch cheater. Next year he should be pushing 180. A young buck with a baby face. Hopefully the wolves won’t get him. I have photos of him in the judging section of the book. Thanks all you for the interest!

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  1. Dan
    August 18, 2013 at 8:47

    Good analysis. Question on your measurement…When a mule deer has his ears set like you show in the picture, they are slightly elevated. When they are down I move the ear horizontal to see if the antler is outside the horn. If so, I know I probably have at least a 26″ deer. The one you have in the picture I don’t think would exceed the ear being in horizontal position but certainly is a nice buck. Like you, I think in another year or two, he will be a really exceptional buck…if he survives all the pressures on him. Cheers

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