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Dr.Rob · November 11, 2001, 07:31 PM

Ive been deer hunting with a 54 cal hawken and there are a few things Ive learned.

PRACTICE.

Platic "quick loaders" are a gem. You should get a few of them.

Get a rifle with a sling. That heavy steel barrel weighs a ton when you are dragging out a deer.

Even a really HEAVY lead bullet may NOT exit your deer. Shot placement is VERY important. Use a heavy bullet.

Here where I hunt in lines and pellet powder charges have been under close scrutiny. They may not be worthwhile to have after a few years.

Most shots are at close range, and the sights on your rifle are important. i found that at about 75 yards my front sight COVERED the entire front half of a deer. 100 yard shot is possible off the bench, but in the woods? hmmmm. I was sure I could HIT the deer.. but I couldn't say "where" other than someplace on her front end.

November 11, 2001, 07:31 PM	#9
Dr.Rob Staff Alumnus Join Date: July 28, 1999 Location: Denver Posts: 2,454	Ive been deer hunting with a 54 cal hawken and there are a few things Ive learned. PRACTICE. Platic "quick loaders" are a gem. You should get a few of them. Get a rifle with a sling. That heavy steel barrel weighs a ton when you are dragging out a deer. Even a really HEAVY lead bullet may NOT exit your deer. Shot placement is VERY important. Use a heavy bullet. Here where I hunt in lines and pellet powder charges have been under close scrutiny. They may not be worthwhile to have after a few years. Most shots are at close range, and the sights on your rifle are important. i found that at about 75 yards my front sight COVERED the entire front half of a deer. 100 yard shot is possible off the bench, but in the woods? hmmmm. I was sure I could HIT the deer.. but I couldn't say "where" other than someplace on her front end. __________________ You broke into the wrong Rec Room!