Back in 2011 my buddy shot a big boy that grossed 177 and netted 169. He grew 13 inches of antler on one side from the year before. If you figure he added that much on the other side, plus spread, thats a huge increase.
So he was 15-20% increase. I am thinking this 10-20% increase is believable from 2-3-4yrs old every year. Some probably more. Others probably less. Just not sure what to expect for this guy. Time will tell.
That buck was nice last year Phil. If he made it he will definitely be a shooter for our neck of the woods. Good luck with him. I need to get my cams up. But can't find the time. I'm thinking this week.
That is what I was thinking Jake. Saw him from the stand last year. Out of velvet, he was not as impressive. Darn nice deer. Don't get me wrong. Just didn't have the "wow factor" in hard antler. This year should be a different story.