I hunt deer in New Hampshire with a bow, a 50 cal Encore or and 30-30, but I've recently purchased a Winchester Model 70 in .300 WSM and put a nice Burris Signature Series 3x12x44 scope for use out west, but----I'm thinking of giving it a whirl during firearms season this year at home.
My thought is that the flat trajectory and good scope (I usually use open sights) may enable me to "thread the needle" through trees and give me excellent shot placement. I believe that with a 'non-expanding' round it should punch right through if I don't hit bone mass; ie. shoulder.