This season was special. I grew up on a ranch in southern Oklahoma. Life happens and families do things that cause division and the ranch was sold. 24 years later, a friend of mine purchased acreage that connects to that ranch. He asked me if I wanted to bring my family to hunt it this year and...
I have seen bucks with does but not in rut per say. I have seen a few scrapes and rubs. Usually November 3rd-6th it really fires up around me in southern OK.
I am currently shooting a 2018 cenergy and it is great. Like other posts have stated, its a bit heavier but sure makes a steadier platform to shoot from. It is much better at longer distance 50+ yards than my previous bear assault.
I would suggest ebay and getting a used Mystery Ranch. You can get a mid 2010-2011 model with the nice frame for around 200.00. Good luck. I would rather have a good quality used one than an economy new one.