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HALL,AUSTIN · September 22, 2011, 06:54 PM

Slugs without a doubt. Too many stories about hunters wounding deer with buckshot. Not to say you cant do it, but when I use my shotgun on deer, even smaller 4-6 pointers. Its just a risk I wouldnt take.

September 22, 2011, 06:54 PM	#13
HALL,AUSTIN Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2011 Location: asheville north carolina Posts: 556	Slugs without a doubt. Too many stories about hunters wounding deer with buckshot. Not to say you cant do it, but when I use my shotgun on deer, even smaller 4-6 pointers. Its just a risk I wouldnt take.