My go-to deer rifle, since 1967, has been a sporterized 1917 Eddystone Arsenal Springfield. It's taken both types of deer, 5 elk and one antelope. Oh yeah, and a couple of pigs. However, sometimes I take the 222, or a 30-30, Jap 7mm or a 6.5x55 Swede. There have probably been a couple more.

I reload for all calibers.

I also have assorted pistols and shotguns but I never mess with either of those. Pistols are essentially toys and I have quit bird hunting.

Last edited by Dave Davidson1; 03/01/12 02:31 PM.
It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa