My friend thinks the ultimate test of a true hunter is to take down some Big Game with a handgun. I think he's insane. What's the overall consensus out there about handgun hunting?
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My friend thinks the ultimate test of a true hunter is to take down some Big Game with a handgun. I think he's insane. What's t
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I love hunting with a handgun, but ultimate test? That may suit his standard but may not be acceptable for anyone else. Figure you have to be accurate within your confident range. That might depend on the caliber, the barrel length, whether or not it is scoped, and how good your eyes are. Open sights are probably no different than bow range for most of us (but look up Elmer Keith). Set your own standards.
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No that's not the answer if you want a real test shoot a recurve or long bow with traditional broadheads. I have had several pistols that would kill at 75 yards. thats about 4 times farther than a recurve at 20 yards or so. Not really a test at all IMO
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