I have killed everything I've shot at, including kudu, zebra and a few deer with a 308 and Barnes bullets. My current favorite is the 165 XLC.
I really cannot imagine a better all around cartridge and bullet combination.
I have just purchased a 308 Win built by Homer Strickland of Accuracy Arms in Anchorage. I can hardly wait to top it with a good Leupold, and start developing loads.
Since deer are about the same size as men, I would find it hard to believe the 700 yard rule does not apply equally to deer.
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