I have used the 223 on deer to know it works and that there are shot angles I would take with my 7-08 loaded with partitions that I would not even consider taking with one of my 223 rifles. My 7-08 is lighter than my lightest 223. In modern times where we all have a variety of rifles why can't we use the best tools available?

Dog I rescued in January

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