I am partial to Rugers myself but have been using an FA for the last 10 years. I've shot a couple of deer beyond 100 yards w/a Ruger 44 & a 45 Colt. Not my 1st choice & all those cases were wide open shots w/lots of time. No long shots yet w/the FA. Were I hunting in your conditions (used to live in the mid west, very open) I'd take a hard look at a BFR 460. Otherwise it's a "hand rifle's" game. My favorite is the Magnum Research Lone Eagle no longer made, mid gripped XP's, & Contenders. With the exception of the 460, revolver shots (on game)much beyond 100 yards start to get unrealistic & maybe irresponsible. I won't quibble about how much further.