Shot placement or caliber debate

[Gary_fires]

Shot placement wins every time. A .22 in the right spot beats a .44 magnum in the shoulder. I've seen deer run 100 yards after bad hits from magnums and drop instantly from well-placed .243 shots, master your fundamentals before you chase bigger bullets.

 

[Alan]

A precise shot with a small round beats a heavy hitter placed poorly any day

 

[Squib_Load]

Pea Shooters weren't just for squirrels. The 32 cal flintlocks using 31 cal patched roundballs (44 gr) were used to get deer. You get the same power from a .22 rifle.