We all have differing opinions but all are valuble and relivant. Single shot handguns in rifle calibers are relivant for comparison here. It does help answer the questions about velocity and bullet combinations. I truly wish I had some pictures of the worst destroyed deer I ever took with a handgun. It was a doe shot at a lasered 112 yards with a .44 Special using a 255 Cast Performance bullet that started from the muzzle at a lowly 1030fps. I have no good explaination for the destruction to the deer. The meat was gone from the ribs on entry and exit for about 6". There was blood coming out the mouthand the rear end of the deer. In between the skin and the carcass the entire deer looked bruised on both sides. Now is this normal? No way. Did it happen yes. This is the kind of damage I typicaly see from a rifle cartridge single shot handgun. reflex264

Boys I am soaking up your experiences. Keep them comming but keep it civil.