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. 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.

If you’ve been hunting for a while, you’ve probably had this discussion yourself with your fellow hunters. If you’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.

It’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.

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.

The next thing to consider is the recoil of the rifle. Some hunters won’t agree with this, and I can understand their point – when you’re in the hunt, you won’t feel the recoil because you’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’t be adrenaline filled. As a last note, lower recoil weapons tend to have longer barrels – which make the rifle heavier and maybe more difficult to carry on longer hunts.

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.

Rifle for Deer hunting.

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This was our D16 & G13 Deer Hunt Opener in San Diego 2008. Rick (Westy) and I camped at Lake Henshaw Campground and hunted nearby. RIck got a doe Saturday night. I saw one spike and several does but no legal bucks.

One deer some other hunters in camp were skinning had been found with a cougar having eaten part of it.

More info on mule deer hunting in our forum at http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/index.php?showforum=4

More info on Lake Henshaw Resort
http://www.lakehenshawresort.com/

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Opening day, Nov 15th, 2007 deer hunting complete with kill shot. Buck was shot at 89 yards with a Remington 700 .03-06.

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Hunting Deer in Pennsylvania

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First big buck of the season
took with a muzzleloader!
by Dave Journey The Outdoors

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This is why hunting has to be abolished because of the danger to humans lives beside the extreme cruelty to our forest animals.

At least 600 felons were documented to buy sporting licenses, which may or may not involve the use of guns.

Its not against the law for felons to get gun-deer licenses, but it is a crime to use them.

Armed robbers and rapists were among those in the woods last year, creating possible tension and maybe violence.

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This hunt takes you along with me as I took the day off from behind the camera and put myself behind the Rifle. Hunting alone, as some of us need the peace at times and where Luck was on my side. I took a nice 8 point (143
” gross) in Kentucky. This is the recovery of MR. PERFECT. This buck has only 1/8″ deference from side to side.

Tip of the week: Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. Stay all day during the rut. You never know when the one you’re looking for will show himself.

Hunt Hard & Hunt Safe!
Thanks for watching.
Tim

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An experienced deer hunter discusses where and how to find a legal place for hunting in this free video.

Expert: John Borg
Bio: John Borg has cut and stacked wood and has cleaned chimneys since young adulthood.
Filmmaker: Blake Borg

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Hunting for deer in clarion county pa.

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