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Missed shots

Discussion in 'Bowhunting Talk' started by bucksnbears, Nov 8, 2022.

  1. bucksnbears

    bucksnbears Grizzled Veteran

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    May not happen often but...
    The other morning, I got in my stand in the morning. Nocked an arrow and hung my bow on a hook.
    Was well int shooting light when I glanes at my bow.
    I had snapped my nock below the d_loop.
    Second time I've done that in the dark.
    I'm sure others have done the same over the years?

    Could be the reason for unexplained high/ low chip shots?
     
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  2. MUDSHARK

    MUDSHARK Grizzled Veteran

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    ive done this also, not sure on any missed shots thou. NOW i place my hand on the d-loop and place the nock into the d-loop.

    YRS AGO I FINISHED A DAY SIT AT 10 -11 AM and packed up and saw my nock under my loop.
     
  3. Justin

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    I have 100% done this before.
     
  4. LittleChief

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    I know I’ve done it before and I’ve often wondered if that’s the reason for a couple of complete misses on early morning deer within 20 yards.

    Now after I nock an arrow in the dark I feel to make sure the nock has a D loop knot above it and below it.
     
  5. lazuras_dc

    lazuras_dc Newb

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    I don’t *think* this has ever happened but definitely will be looking out for it in the future !
     

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