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		<description><![CDATA[One of the most important decisions for you to make in your hunting career is what deer rifle you should purchase. The keys to achieving your deer hunting goals come in the form of the best firearm for you. When you go to pick out a firearm, you want the one with the best style, [...]]]></description>
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</p><div class="announcement_post"><p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">One of the most important decisions for you to make in your hunting career is what deer rifle you should purchase. The keys to achieving your deer hunting goals come in the form of the best firearm for you. When you go to pick out a firearm, you want the one with the best style, action, sighting, size, and ballistics for your hunting area and physical capabilities. Whether or not you make the kill is largely reliant on whether or not your deer hunting rifle matches up best with the criteria above.<br />
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<h4><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Your Specific Hunting Environment</span></h4>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">The two main types of deer hunting environments are the deep woods/dense brush and open range country. You may be hunting in an area that has a mixture of both these environment types. Every hunting environment has different styles of shooting and require rifles with different characteristics.<br />
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<h4><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Deer Hunting Rifles for Deep Woods or Dense Brush</span></h4>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Deer hunting rifles that work best in the woods are rifles made for medium or short range shooting. Most of the time, you’ll only be shooting from a distance of twenty-five to two hundred yards. So, having a deer hunting rifle that’s relatively light (nine pounds or less, including the scope) with a short barrel length (twenty two inches or less) is best. It’s important to be able to move quickly and easily through densely wooded areas. You may also want to consider rifles that have automatic functions and are easy to reload. It’s fairly common, when deer hunting in rough country, that you end up needing to take multiple shots in quick succession in order to make your kill. I would recommend using heavy bullet cartridges, .270 caliber or greater, with at least a 120 grain bullet, in order to penetrate any brush that might be in the way of your intended target. Any cartridges that travel more than 2200 feet per second have a higher chance of being deflected by the brush, and are therefore not well suited to densely wooded terrain. If your hunting terrain only allows shots to be taken within 50 yards or less of the intended target, you may want to consider using an open sight. If not, I would recommend a scope with four power, or a variable scope that can get down to 3X. You may want to conduct a few experiments at your local rifle range to figure out whether or not open site shooting suits your hunting style.<br />
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<h4><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Deer Hunting Rifles for the Open Range</span></h4>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">The best deer hunting rifles for open areas are made for long range shooting, and most are best at shooting 300 yards or farther. In this situation, mobility is less important than being able to shoot accurately, and the ability to make long distance shots. That said, most open range deer hunting rifles are heavier than their deep woods counterparts, and have a longer barrel. The best calibers and cartridges for open range deer hunting, are flat shooting, and high velocity. 6MM (.243) calibers or higher will work well, and bullets from 100 grains or heavier will be best. When shooting larger caliber rifles, heavier bullets are generally best for accurate shooting. The minimum required scope for most shooters is a 6×9 variable scope.<br />
Personal Shooting Style and Abilities</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">When you start looking for the best deer hunting rifle for you, you want to make sure that you keep the above considerations in mind. Make sure that you are comfortable with the way that you’re shooting, and how you shoot when using a high caliber or magnum caliber rifle. Do you really want to lug ten or twelve pounds of long rifle with you around your deer hunting terrain?</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">You can probably go to your local hunting rifle dealer and try out a variety of different deer hunting rifles, and get a better feel for what you want and what “fits” you.. You may also want to consider asking any successful hunters that you’re friends with what kinds of rifles they use, and their reasons for using them. If you’re really interested in learning about their firearms, you could ask your friends to let you hold and handle their rifles, and ask what they like and dislike about their rifle.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Choosing the perfect deer hunting rifle takes time and consideration. The type of shots available in your hunting terrain and your personal preferences all have to be weighed, but when you are matched with the perfect firearm you will feel the confidence to make your shots nearly perfect every time.</span></p>
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		<title>Choosing a Scope for Your Deer Hunting Rifle</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Where to Start For the modern deer hunter the proper choice of a telescopic sight to fit his rifle, hunting environment, and personal shooting style is second only to the deer hunting rifle itself in importance. When deer hunting season opens, avid deer hunters will want their rifle to be outfitted with the ideal  scope, [...]]]></description>
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</p><div class="announcement_post"><h4> <span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Where to Start</span></span></h4>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">For the modern deer hunter the proper choice of a telescopic sight to fit his rifle, hunting environment, and personal shooting style is second only to the deer hunting rifle itself in importance. When deer hunting season opens, avid deer hunters will want their rifle to be outfitted with the ideal  scope, one that suits not only his rifle, but also the area he is hunting in, as well as his own personal hunting and shooting technique. Some deer hunters may be in a situation where they will need to shoot from a great distance, and so for him the scope must be the very best that his budget will allow. Often hunters find themselves in a variety of conditions, and so they may prefer variable power scopes that allow them the options of general observation, close range or long range shooting.<br />
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<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">When you are hunting deer, it&#8217;s important to choose the best telescopic rifle you can possibly get considering your shooting style and weapon, that the only thing more important is choosing a deer hunting rifle itself.</span></span></p>
<p>If you want to shoot from long range, you should invest as much money as you can in your scope, so you can ensure accuracy. Most hunters prefer to get an adjustable magnification scope so that he/she is able to preform general observation, closer range shots, and long range shots, all with one scope. When looking at the listings for an adjustable rifle scope, you will normally find the minimum magnification, the maximum magnification, and the diameter of the objective lens. For example: a &#8220;3x9x42&#8243; scope will be listed with a minimum magnification of 3 power, a maximum magnification of 9 power, and a 40 millimeter objective lens diameter.</p>
<h4><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">The Magnification Range</span></span></h4>
<p>A scope in the 3 x 9 magnification range for deer hunting is pretty standard.  However, if you are hunting in thick woods and your shots will typically be 50 yards or less, you will usually do fine with a 4X scope. In open area long range hunting situations, a 4 x 12 or 4.5 x 14 is often preferable, especially when your average shot is several hundred yards.  If you are hunting on the plains or in open country, you will want your scope to be at a higher power. You can typically see all around you, with little chance of an animal surprising you.  There are alo instances where you will be shooting from one hilltop to another.</p>
<h4><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Objective Lens Size</span></span></h4>
<p>They typical deer hunting rifle scope has an objective lens size of 40-44 mm. However, you can find some advertised objective lenses as big as 50, 56, or possibly 75mm. However, it won&#8217;t do you much more good to get these gigantic lenses. The larger lenses do not typically function much different from smaller and lighter versions, unless you are in very dim conditions and then they must be set at the highest power option. The pitfall is a lack of comfort and ease of eye alignment.  If your scope is mounted appropriately, all it takes is a simple shouldering of the gun and opening your eyes  and you&#8217;ll be able to naturally see through the scope, with no need to crook your head to any uncomfortable angle just to see through the scope appropriately. However, the large objective lenses make this impossible because the mounting height for the scope will put it at an unnatural position for your eyes. Having to mount your scope this high will cause you to have a rifle that is heavier, clumsier, less balanced, slower, and uncomfortable to shoot.</p>
<h4><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">The Light Transmission Qualities</span></span></h4>
<p>You won&#8217;t get as much light in your eyepiece if you turn up the magnification. As the objective lens increases, the light getting through your eyepiece will also increase. You&#8217;ll always lose some light as it goes through the lenses of the scope to hit your eye. You won&#8217;t get more than 98% of the available light through a scope, and even then, those are the priciest scopes on the market. Anything above 95% is considered great, and most quality scopes are around 90%.</p>
<h4><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Lenses and Coatings </span></span></h4>
<p>Most all quality scopes are fogproof, waterproof, and have coated lenses.  There is a wide range of coatings available. It is very possible to have a scope with single coated lenses to greatly outperform a scope with multicoated lenses.  How well they function depends on what quality the glass and coatings are. Good quality does not come cheap.Coatings reduce glare, and loss of light due to reflection.  You&#8217;ll notice improved light transmission and better contrast with a greater number of coatings.</p>
<h4><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Field of View</span></span></h4>
<p>How much you see out of your scope in terms of its entire area, 100 yards in front of you, is called field of view. This figure goes down when you increase the lens magnification of the scope. Likewise, scopes with lower magnifications will have greater fields of view. While a 3&#215;9 variable scope may offer a field of view of just over 30 feet when it&#8217;s at 3 power, when you increase that power to 9, your field of view will shrink to 14. You won&#8217;t get better field of view with a bigger objective lens.</p>
<h4><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">How To Mount Your Scope</span></span></h4>
<p>The place where many mistakes are made is in the scope mount. The finest rifle and scope combination is rendered useless without rugged and reliable mounting rings and bases.  Often, a problem is not foreseen and results in a miss, or even worse, a wounded animal.  Installing bases and rings incorrectly leads to wasted ammunition, and you can often get flustered when you consider how easy the target would have been to hit if you had a properly aligned scope.</p>
<p>It is important to understand that if your rings and bases are not installed properly, you can have more problems than just poor accuracy. It can destroy scopes and damage rifle receivers and bolts, and can even be dangerous to the shooter.  It is well worth the money to have a gunsmith install the rings and bases as you will be ensured not only of accuracy but also of the safety of the shooter and anyone who may be around the shooter. If you don&#8217;t do it right, you&#8217;ll just eventually buy enough ammo to cover that cost anyway, because you&#8217;ve been missing so much. This can be frustrating as well as expensive. Shooting is supposed to be fun and a great way to relieve stress, not a source of frustration.</p>
<p>A professional will install the ideal mounting system which will keep your scope as low as possible, and will use as few parts as possible. More parts equal more opportunity for something to go wrong.  You can do well with aluminum mounts, but solid steel mounts are absolutely ideal. See through rings may look attractive, but they are weak and can break just from your rifle being transported. In most hunting situations, using the minimum power on your scope should prevent you from having to rely on the iron sights on your gun anyway.</p>
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		<title>Leupold Counterfeit Alert</title>
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<P>Guest Post: By <A href="http://blog.deeranddeerhunting.com/rubline/ct.ashx?id=d85a07a7-e844-4770-b380-fe28171f9a2e&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.leupold.com%2fhunting-and-shooting%2fresources%2fcounterfeit-warning">website Leupold</A> is as follows.<A href="http://blog.deeranddeerhunting.com/rubline/ct.ashx?id=d85a07a7-e844-4770-b380-fe28171f9a2e&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.leupold.com%2fhunting-and-shooting%2fresources%2fcounterfeit-warning"></A><BR></P><br />
<P>Leupold ® will warn the customer to buyers of products, in particular through the sale on the Internet, as regards products of bogus that apparently are Leupold illegally imported from the PRC. these products carry many of the trademarks and trade dress of current Leupold &amp; Stevens riflescopes, which makes them very difficult to distinguish genuine products Leupold externally from.</P><br />
<P>In recent months, counterfeit Leupold Mark 4 ® Riflescopes began to arrive with increasing regularity at Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon, of company for the service. these products are not manufactured by Leupold and is not covered by the warranty Lifetime Full Leupold.</P><br />
<P>Leupold employs detection of serial number for all its main page, so that if a customer finds a scope that is suspect, he or she can simply write down the serial number and call us to confirm if LEUPOLD is really authentic.</P><br />
<P>In General, most scopes appear to originate from Hong Kong (people&#8217;s Republic of China) and have &#8220;Leupold Mark 4&#8243; laser etched on the bottom of the tower into a etch silver, while the black ring on the lens is engraved black and does not contain the name &#8220;Leupold.&#8221;An authentic riflescope Mark 4 will always be engraved black on black and have the name &#8220;Leupold&#8221; engraved black ring.</P></p>
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		<title>How Can Wind Affect Your Deer Rifle?</title>
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<P>Agreement with the &#8220;Sierra Bullet manually recharge,&#8221; a grain 180 30-06 said bullet leaving the snout 2700 feet per second with a 20 miles per hour Crusader blows 6 inch course at 200 yards. That same bullet with the same 20 miles per hour crossover blows 14 inch course at 300 yards.</P><br />
<P>Regardless of the speed of the wind, is derived from the bullet may occur if the wind is hitting his gun at certain angles.</P><br />
<P>On the other hand, if you are shooting toward the wind or wind is directly behind you, wind will have little effect in the path of the bullet.</P><br />
<P>Studio ballistic charts to see how its bullet flies and how the wind speed can affect the trajectory of the bala.Aprender drop shot his load at different distances.</P><br />
<P>Before that you head out to hunt deer forests, make sure that you listen to the local weather report, specifically the wind speed and direction.</P><br />
<P>With a little research and some perfect practice, could be zero on a ball in any range under any circumstances.</P><br />
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		<title>Mule Deer Hunting Rifles</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p><span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">When it comes to hunting rifles, every hunter has their own opinions about what works best for them. Even when you narrow it down to rifles to be used for specific types of game animals, there can still be a wide range of opinions. However, at least at this point, you can at least get definite ideas about the features a good rifle has when you have a specific game in mind.</p>
<p>Hunting for mule deer will demand a few requirements from a rifle, given the type of terrain and shots that will be available on the hunt. We&#8217;ll take a look at a rifle&#8217;s cartridge, whether you want a long barreled rifle, and whether or not to include a scope with your rifle in the field.</p>
<p>Let&#8217;s first examine the cartridge to be used on mule deer. In my opinion, a hunter won&#8217;t need more tha a .30 caliber when hunting mule deer. You simply won&#8217;t need the power for mule deer, though you will want a heavier bullet so that it is less affected by wind. A .25 could be a good choice, given that it has enough power to take down a mule deer, and is also much easier to shoot given the lighter recoil. The drawback is that .25 bullets are usually affected by strong winds, which makes your shot more difficult. A compromise choice would be a .270, 6.5mm or even a 7mm cartridge. These cartridges all shoot flat, with enough power and are better against the wind compared to the .25.</p>
<p>Next consideration would be the length of the barrel. As you may know, a longer barrel allows for a much more accurate shot a longer ranges. However, a longer barrel means not only additional weight, but also means that the rifle is more difficult to bring on the terrain mule deer can be found at. In general, a rifle that you can use to accurately shoot mule deer at 200-300 yards at the most should work for you, since a majority of shots you will take will be at that range.</p>
<p>Having already brought up the weight of the rifle because of the barrel, the next consideration will be the weight of the rifle itself. A lighter rifle will be easier to bring on rough terrain, and mule deer can be found on some pretty rough, if open, terrain. I can&#8217;t recommend a weight limit, of course, as different people will be able to take on different weights; you&#8217;ll really have to choose a weight that is comfortable with you to carry from point to point as you look for mule deer.</p>
<p>Last consideration will be which scope to use. Again, you will not want to take a heavy scope, since you will need to carry it around with you. Given the ranges you will need to reach mule deer, you will need a scope of some kind. I would recommend a light scope with a magnification of either 3-9X or 3.5-10X, as this would allow you to make the kinds of long shots you will need to hunt mule deer, and still allow you to take a closer shot should the opportunity present itself.</span></p>
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		<title>The Perfect Deer Hunting Rifle</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the more common campfire hunter discussions I keep hearing about is about the perfect deer hunting rifle. Every hunter has his own opinion on what constitutes a perfect deer hunting rifle, and usually, every other hunter will disagree with him to some degree. Depending on the participants, the discussion can get heated, or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>One of the more common campfire hunter discussions I keep hearing about is about the <strong>perfect deer hunting rifle</strong>. Every hunter has his own opinion on what constitutes a <span style="text-decoration: underline;">perfect deer hunting rifle</span>, and usually, every other hunter will disagree with him to some degree. Depending on the participants, the discussion can get heated, or can remain friendly, with each hunter extolling the features that make his rifle “perfect.”</p>
<p>Let me start out by saying flatly, here is no such thing as a <em>perfect deer hunting rifle</em>. I am sure that opinions will vary on this point, as much as it varies on what rifle exactly is the perfect deer hunting rifle to begin with, but let me try to explain myself. When I say that there is no such thing as a perfect deer hunting rifle, I&#8217;m saying that I believe no one rifle will be able to hunt all kinds of deer, in all kinds of weather, at all possible ranges effectively. That no one rifle is an elk hunting rifle, a moose hunting rifle, a whitetail deer hunting rifle and a blacktail deer hunting rifle, all rolled into one.</p>
<p>Here are a few things to think about when choosing your next deer hunting rifle:</p>
<p>IDENTIFY WHAT THE RIFLE WILL BE USED FOR</p>
<p>This is actually the most important step in choosing a deer hunting rifle, or an elk hunting rifle, or a moose hunting rifle, or even a bear hunting rifle for that matter. You have to determine what the rifle is for: what game will you be hunting with it, what terrain and conditions will you be using this rifle? Also, are you choosing a rifle for yourself, or selecting one for a friend?</p>
<p>Identifying the purpose of your rifle will help determine the rest of the choices you will make.</p>
<p>SELECT THE PROPER CARTRIDGE</p>
<p>The next choice after identifying the purpose of the rifle is the selection of the cartridge. This is also a topic hunters find worthy of debate, so I’ll try to stick to a few generalizations.</p>
<p>When selecting the cartridge, a hunter must understand the difference between using a higher caliber versus a lower caliber. As a general rule, lighter calibers are <img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-889" style="margin: 10px;" title="The Perfect deer Hunting Rifle" src="http://www.deer-huntingtips.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_0243.2_cleaned2.JPG" alt="The Perfect deer Hunting Rifle" width="170" height="150" />fast and flat shooting, which makes them more accurate at longer ranges. Rifles with these calibers can be considered deer hunting sniper rifles, as the hunter will usually sight them at long range a scope to use the rifle. They sacrifice power compared to heavier calibers, however, and heavier calibers have both greater stopping power and are less likely to be turned away by brush, and strong winds. The .223, .243, and the .270 are examples of light calibers which shoot fast and flat, while the 30-06 and 30-30 are considered heavier calibers, along with the 7mm and up.</p>
<p>Note that while deer hunting air rifles also possess a caliber rating, and have appropriate characteristics similar to normal rifle calibers, the performance of air rifles can be very different compared to conventional rifles.</p>
<p>THINK ABOUT THE RIFLE&#8217;S RECOIL AND WEIGHT</p>
<p>While some hunters are of the opinion that a rifle’s recoil only matters in the practice range, where high recoil makes practice more difficult, it can still matter on the field. Some hunters, particularly younger or less experienced ones, prefer lower recoil on their rifles, as this lends to taking an easier shot, which lends itself to making a more accurate shot.</p>
<p>The rifle’s weight may be more important to some hunters, and again the purpose of the rifle must be considered when choosing an acceptable weight for a rifle. Some hunters take heavier rifles on longer hunts when stand or blind-hunting. Lighter rifles are preferred by hunters going on longer marches to hunt their game.</p>
<p>In general, a lighter rifle also has more recoil, while a heavier rifle has less recoil, though this is not always true. The best way to check a rifle’s recoil is to actually fire a few rounds with it, and see how it affects your aim. This will also allow you to check if the rifle’s weight feels comfortable.</p>
<p>CHOOSE THE ACTION</p>
<p>Many hunters will agree that this is largely a matter of personal preference, adjusted by any legal concerns depending on the state you will be hunting in. Among the choices available are lever-action, bolt-action, single-fire, and semi-automatic, though semi-automatic hunting rifles may be restricted depending on your state’s laws.</p>
<p>You should choose the action that you feel most comfortable with, though some hunters also believe that you should choose a rifle action that allows you a quick second shot at your target, in case you miss. In my opinion, it is rare that a hunter will be able to take a second shot, but that’s a debate for another time.</p>
<p>SELECT YOUR SCOPE</p>
<p>One of the final touches for your deer hunting rifle is the selection of a scope. Again the choice for a scope will depend on what you will be hunting – a hunting rifle meant for whitetails, for example, will not usually need high range amplification, while one meant for mule deer would usually require a higher amplification. It is always best to choose a quality scope, whether it is a fixed or variable scope.</p>
<p>In general, a 3-9X scope allows good versatility for short-to-long ranged shots, though some hunters expecting longer ranged shots may prefer a 4.5-14X, and others may prefer a 4X fixed scope; much of this will again depend on your personal preference.</p>
<p>FINAL NOTES</p>
<p>When you’ve finally decided on what you will use your deer hunting rifle for, what caliber you prefer, the acceptable weight and recoil, as well as chosen the action and the scope you would prefer, it’s then time to rush over to your nearest deer hunting rifle sale, to match your specifications with real rifles. And remember, when you’ve purchased your new rifle, that your skill and excellence will only match a well-chosen rifle if you practice with that chosen rifle.</p>
<p>Good hunting!</p>
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		<title>Top Deer Hunting Rifles</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ask any hunter what they would consider the top deer hunting rifle, and you would most probably receive a wide range of answers. You would also probably find some hunters willing to concede that it will depend on the environment you'll be hunting in, or in the game you will be hunting...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Ask any hunter what they would consider the top deer hunting rifle, and you would most probably receive a wide range of answers. You would also probably find some hunters willing to concede that it will depend on the environment you&#8217;ll be hunting in, or in the game you will be hunting. The discussion could then head into the direction of the differences of cartridges, and how one rifle can be better than another in a given situation.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;ve been hunting for a while, you&#8217;ve probably had this discussion yourself with your fellow hunters. If you&#8217;re a novice, you may have found yourself overloaded with so many different opinions, that you found it difficult to have one of your own.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft" style="margin: 8px;" title="Deer Hunting Rifles" src="../wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_0243.2_cleaned.JPG" alt="Deer Hunting Rifles" width="252" height="223" />It&#8217;s easy to realize that buying a hunting rifle is an investment. Selected wisely good rifle can serve you well through the years, bringing home not only memories, but also good harvests and maybe a few trophies. A good rifle, even one of the top rifles, purchased without considering some factors however, may end up as decoration in your home, or worse, a liability on the field.</p>
<p>One of the things to consider is what animal will you be hunting? A rifle that is good for elk or moose may not be as effective for whitetails or mule deer. Terrain will also be a related consideration, as the specific animal you may want to hunt will be found in specific kinds of terrain. Will you be able to take only short-ranged shots, or will you have the opportunity to take longer-ranged hunting? This can determine the type of cartridge you prefer, and maybe the action of the rifle you choose.</p>
<p>The next thing to consider is the recoil of the rifle. Some hunters won&#8217;t agree with this, and I can understand their point &#8211; when you&#8217;re in the hunt, you won&#8217;t feel the recoil because you&#8217;ll be pumped up with adrenaline. But recoil can affect your aim, and may also turn off novice hunters, particularly for rifles with stronger recoil. In addition, when you are practicing with your rifle, and everyone will agree you will want as much time to practice with it as you can, you won&#8217;t be adrenaline filled. As a last note, lower recoil weapons tend to have longer barrels &#8211; which make the rifle heavier and maybe more difficult to carry on longer hunts.</p>
<p>In my opinion, the last considerations involve the rifle stock, and finishes of the rifle. Natural wooden stocks are generally thought to feel better to the hand of a hunter, while synthetic materials can be cheaper and less affected by the environment. Natural stocks are thought to be more accurate, but you may want to consider a balance for accuracy, feel and environmental factors. The material the rest of the rifle is made of can also determine its susceptibility to the environment.</p>
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		<title>What is the best rifle for deer hunting?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;m going deer hunting soon for the first time. What rifle should I buy? I wouldn&#8217;t buy anything yet. If it is your first hunt, borrow a rifle from a buddy/relative. Are you an experienced shooter? How big/strong are you? What are YOU comfortable shooting/handling? Where/how do you hunt? Most states don&#8217;t allow you to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>I&#8217;m going deer hunting soon for the first time.  What rifle should I buy?<br />
<br />I wouldn&#8217;t buy anything yet.<br />
If it is  your first hunt, borrow a rifle from a buddy/relative.<br />
Are you an experienced shooter? How big/strong are you? What are YOU comfortable shooting/handling? Where/how do you hunt?</p>
<p>Most states don&#8217;t allow you to hunt deer with less than a .243, which will take down a deer in the right situation. A 30.06 will too, but might dislocate your shoulder if you aren&#8217;t careful.</p>
<p>MY suggestion, and take it for what it&#8217;s worth, borrow first. If you REALLY want to buy, a .270 is a great start.</p>
<p>Be smart with your money, figure out what works for you &amp; you will enjoy the hunt much more!!!</p>
<p>Good luck &amp; take a safety course if you are a beginner.</p>
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