Thanks Commenter 47919, I have never paid much attention to different rating systems.  I'm not a trophy hunter, I hunt for the meat, which is truly good if treated and cooked properly.  I have hunted in Michigan, Florida, Pennsylvania and New York, North Dakota, Idaho, Washington and of course, Oregon.  I just count the tines on the antler.  I hunt behind my house, on Siuslaw River Rd, where I saw said buck.  One year to another, hunting prospects are variable.  That buck was after hours, on the right-of-way, and within a thousand feet of several dwellings.  The best place to hunt is the place you know.  Good luck!  Deer are just everywhere.  Eugene's South hills have a lot!