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Rifleman1776 · July 16, 2013, 08:10 AM

For a beginner and hunting, a rifle is definitely the choice. Smooth bores are for experienced shooters who also enjoy reenacting certain parts of history.
A .45 with round ball is adequate for deer. So, in your list, the .50 would be a fine choice.

July 16, 2013, 08:10 AM	#5
Rifleman1776 Senior Member Join Date: April 25, 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 3,309	For a beginner and hunting, a rifle is definitely the choice. Smooth bores are for experienced shooters who also enjoy reenacting certain parts of history. A .45 with round ball is adequate for deer. So, in your list, the .50 would be a fine choice.