Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Hunting Rifles Is The 243 Winchester in Danger of Being Replaced by the 223 Remington

I haven't shot a deer with my 223 yet, but I am sure I will this year. While the 243 offers better performance at longer ranges, I think the 223 has its benefits too. In the time I have had my 223 I have shot it more than I have any of my other CF's. The low costs of reloading and pleasant noise/recoil allow me to practice a LOT. I know a 223 will have little trouble putting down one of our small bodied does here. All I have to do is find the right bullet.

I don't think that the 223 will replace the 243 in popularity for deer. But, if all goes well for me, I could see myself using it to fill the freezer quite often. I think there is a lot to like about the 223.