hayco10
Eight Pointer
Would a 40 S&W pistol be enough for deer at 25 yards and closer?
I personally would go larger. I don't like the thought of wounding an animal and it suffers and it is more probable with a lower velocity round. And I know I will get the "shot placement" replies but I also know if a bull steps out at 60 yards it would be hard to not try it. A larger caliber will give you the range that a 40 won't. Not saying it won't do the job........... Just my .02
I currently own a Glock 23 40 S&W, may be too short a barrel to maximize velocity, even at 25 yards.
I currently own a Glock 23 40 S&W, may be too short a barrel to maximize velocity, even at 25 yards.
I will be hunting from a box stand with sandbag type rear with shooting rail about 7 feet
Make your practice as similar to the hunting setup as possible and you'll be fine. I still remember shaking like a leaf on a tree when I shot my first deer with a handgun. I was hooked after that.
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10 4, I alway wear hearing protecting whether shooting a 22 or a pistol or deer rifle.
I thought a 686-4 indicated a 4” barrel. I could be mistaken there.
I thought a 686-4 indicated a 4” barrel. I could be mistaken there.