Congratulations on a fine hunt, rifle and bird. I realize populations are down about everywhere but taking a newbie out can fire up someone else to enjoy what you enjoy, and become active in the conservation of the turkey population as well. It was sport hunters that have brought dwindling populations of game animals out of near extinction from the market forces and it is our efforts that continue to do the same. Another bird or two by those you are adept at teaching won't deplete the flock nearly as much as the coyotes, raccoons and other predators that hunt the birds and eat the eggs, which I've been led to believe is the main concern for the decline of the turkey populations.
Again, very glad for your success with the long gun of your crafting. It appears to be a beautiful weapon.