Shaman, I tend to agree with your comments, provided that the ranges are kept within the capabilities of the rifles and shooters ability to keep shots in the animals kill zone. I want to get my rifle to group as good as it is capable of, and adjust my range accordingly. My capabilities, must also be factored in. If I follow my own stipulations, and I miss, it is totally on me.....not the rifle/load. As szihn stated, using his handgun analogy.....the hunter should stay within the capabilities of the firearm/shooter. If that capability is “only” 25 yards.....so be it! memtb

You should not use a rifle that will kill an animal when everything goes right; you should use one that will do the job when everything goes wrong." -Bob Hagel

“I’d like to be a good rifleman…..but, I prefer to be a good hunter”! memtb 2024