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Meeteetse · July 14, 2013, 06:08 PM

I have pairs in .22, .357, 44 mag and 45 Colt. They are not only fun to shoot but the rifles in those calibers have proven very effective on small to medium sized game like Texas whitetails. The 44 mag has taken Wyoming mule deer and several varmints of various species in both handgun and rifle.

I suppose the idea of one caliber for all your carry guns is a little outdated, but that does not take away from the fun aspect or the self defense capabilities. Matching calibers to rifles and handguns may not be my "go to" choice when SHTF but it wouldn't be a bad choice. Besides, during this ammo shortage, I have been able to add to my 45 Colt and 44 mag options when the .308, .223 and 9mm were nowhere to be found.

July 14, 2013, 06:08 PM	#56
Meeteetse Member Join Date: January 1, 2012 Location: Wyoming - Texas Posts: 69	I have pairs in .22, .357, 44 mag and 45 Colt. They are not only fun to shoot but the rifles in those calibers have proven very effective on small to medium sized game like Texas whitetails. The 44 mag has taken Wyoming mule deer and several varmints of various species in both handgun and rifle. I suppose the idea of one caliber for all your carry guns is a little outdated, but that does not take away from the fun aspect or the self defense capabilities. Matching calibers to rifles and handguns may not be my "go to" choice when SHTF but it wouldn't be a bad choice. Besides, during this ammo shortage, I have been able to add to my 45 Colt and 44 mag options when the .308, .223 and 9mm were nowhere to be found. __________________ All it takes for tyranny to succeed is for good men to do nothing.