In a season that we were sure that record books were going to be rewritten, four red giants all ranging in score from 850+ to well over 950 were harvested early in the first half of the 2023 New Zealand hunting season.
Brian Bailey, a renowned hunter from Texas achieved this incredible feat taking four red giants that are Safari Club International (SCI) world records* (pending official ratification) in four different categories. Bailey achieved this impressive harvest using a rifle, muzzleloader, bow, and crossbow, respectively, setting undoubtedly what will become a challenging record to surpass for years to come.
The four red stags harvested by Bailey are presently awaiting ratification by the Safari Club International, and if confirmed, will earn Bailey four world records in their respective categories. It goes without saying that this is an outstanding achievement and an incredible accomplishment that is a testament to Bailey's dedication as a hunter and to the exceptional hunting opportunities on offer at Venator.
As we wait for the official ratification of Bailey's world records, it is clear that Venator continues to be New Zealand's premier red stag hunting outfitter offering some of the world's finest hunting experiences.
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