I've killed deer with my TC Super 14 in .44 mag with a TC 3x scope, out to 80-90 yds. Killed a nice 8 pointer with my SW Model 57 at about 50 yards.
Shot one with my Anaconda at about 70 yds with a excellent (Lucky Maybe)shot just at the top of his heart. None of the deer ran over 50 yds.
I like the challenge of hunting with a pistol!