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What is the best pistol round for hunting?

What is the best pistol round for hunting?

44 Remington Magnum
44 Remington Magnum is the best handgun cartridge for hunting big game. With the wide variety of loads available, it can deliver 30 percent more energy than the . 357 Magnum, and be used for everything short of an African buffalo. It launches a big heavy bullet, hits hard, and leaves voluminous wound cavities.

What grain bullet is best for hunting?

I generally recommend 130 grain bullets for all CXP2 game, the 140 grain bullets for mixed bag CXP2 and CXP3 hunts and the 150 grain or heavier bullets primarily for CXP3 game. I also tend to prefer 130-140 grain bullets in the standard .

Will a 9mm kill a whitetail deer?

Yes. A 9mm pistol will kill a deer at the right range (25 yards or closer) and with proper shot placement, so a carbine will be just as, if not more, effective.

What pistol can you hunt deer with?

357 SIG and . 40 S&W will take deer-size game, 10mm Auto is a better choice if you’re comfortable shooting it. Options abound in single-shot handguns—particularly T/C’s Encore and Contender pistols.

What is the smallest caliber pistol you can use for deer hunting?

A few folks used a 243 Winchester (the smallest caliber that was legal for deer hunting in Kentucky at that time), a couple of fellows that I knew used a 270 Winchester, and one guy used a 280 Remington.

Is FMJ good for hunting?

Shooting & Rang Practice: Full Metal Jacket ammo is good for shooting & rang practice. As full metal jacket ammo is cleaner and stronger than hollow point. So there is no risk of unintended impact further down the range. Hunting: As for hunting Hollow point bullets are the best option as compare to FMJ Ammo.

Is more grain better in ammo?

If you want effectiveness for defensive situations, larger game or combat, then higher-grain cartridges will get the job done. The heavier the bullet, the better expansion and penetration you’ll get on impact. This means quicker and more humane kills.

Are hollow point bullets good for deer hunting?

Hollow points are highly capable of delivering quick and humane kills. It is no wonder they have become some of the most popular rounds for both hunting and self-defense. However, hollow points deliver rapid, expansive mushrooming. This slows the projectile upon target impact and limits penetration.

What is the best hunting ammunition?

Remington Core-Lokt. This is among the best ammo for hunting whitetail deer because it comes in a number of different calibers and in both loaded and component form. Hunters who have used this have commented on its ability to get the job done no matter how big or small the deer.

What is the best 308 ammo for deer hunting?

The best .308 bullet for whitetail deer is in the 150gr to 165gr range. This gives enough weight for ample penetration but keeps the velocity high enough to keep trajectories flat and impact energy high.

What is the best all around hunting caliber?

Here is a list of the best all around hunting calibers to use: .270 Winchester 7mm Remington Magnum .308 Winchester .30-06 Springfield

What is the best caliber for big game hunting?

The .308 Winchester is another impressive bullet. Many folks argue that it is one of the best and most versatile calibers for hunting the extremely wide array of big game that North America is home to. The .308 has proven to be extremely accurate and lethal in the realms of hunting, as well as military use.