What's a good representative Axis measure?

[NotJose]

Like the title says, what does a good representative measure? Are there any tips judging on the hoof? What might a mature buck or doe weigh?

[popup_menace]

All I can say is that a mature axis buck is a rather large animal compared to a hill country whitetail.

[Texastaxi]

32" main beams are pretty good.
36" main beams are exceptional.

A mature buck will weigh 225ish pounds.
A mature doe, 125ish pounds.

If it gets your heart pounding, shoot it!

[louieagarcia]

32" main beams are pretty good.
36" main beams are exceptional.

A mature buck will weigh 225ish pounds.
A mature doe, 125ish pounds.

If it gets your heart pounding, shoot it!

^^^ x2 ...that's the measure I use for axis!

[Patton]

When a mature buck w/ a typical frame is feeding with his nose on the ground, his beams should extend at least to his shoulders

[Tony Pic]

I'd say 30" and above main beams are trophy grade typical Axis. Measurements above that are one heck of a free range Axis. I agree with the weights listed above. The Axis I see and hunt in Kerrville and on my place in Harper, dwarf the Whitetail body size and dominate the feeder. Does are very good eating.

[IDAHO_BOWMEN]

A 28 inch axis is a great Rep..
30 is good.
Anything over 32 is great.

[Tree]

I agree with the weight and antler length on the bucks, but have not personally seen any does over 70 pounds. And yes, they are very good eating.

[J-J Matt]

30" is a good benchmark to shoot for.

[Mr. Whiskers]

30" is a good benchmark to shoot for.

Agree

[NotJose]

Thanks guys. What about shot placement? I mean are vitals same as wt or they further forward like African species? Put rt on shoulder?