Having hunted Alaska Bear/Moose and in Africa, I have a different approach.
I don't disagree with anyone who believes in "anchoring" an animal. However, there are some animals that are too tough or too dangerous to take that simple approach. Or, there may be circumstances where the "bush"...
Wow! I'm impressed with all of the tight groups from such incredibly long distances. Well Done!
Here is a goal that I think is as important as accurate shooting for groups. That is knowing how to lead a running animal. To do this you need to know how fast the animal is moving when...
There have been some really good answers and I feel it is important to add one more.
LR shots are wonderful and the memories will never leave you.
However, if you are not fully capable of making such a shot (you are not securely in position with rests and no wobble when looking through...
I've used both angled and straight scopes and really like both -- in the right application.
Angled scopes are for competitive shooting and where the shooter is in a set firing position. For example, the shooter is in position to shoot and will just move his/her head far enough off the rifle...