Time to time I read opinions of often arrogant characters who boast of shooting deer with the smallest rifle legal, 22 cf's and even 22rf and 17rf. Sure they will do the trick under ideal conditiosn but what about all manner of shots typical of hunting situations? Do you have enough restraint to hold off shooting trophy buck running staright away? Here in my localle any 22 centerfire is permitted and often kids outfitted with same for low recoil. Cheapest ammo available, groundhog cartridges. Result, deer gets away wounded to die lingering and painful death. Please before you go out this year think of FAIR CHASE and ETHICAL hunting-to paraphrase one of my favorite writers, be sure to use enough gun. CB