Im a virginia hunter and where I hunt it is shotgun only. I have a marlin 512 slugmaster and shoot federal barnes expander 3inch magnum slugs. I am very confidant with this gun and have taken a few deer with it since I bought it a few years ago, Im going to wv to hunt and visit with my wifes relatives over thanksgiving. My dilemma is should I use my slug gun which I am very confidant with and comfortable or borrow a rifle which has been offered to me if I want to use it. Im thinking to use my gun since that is what Im confidant with. What would you guys do?? In virginia my shots are limited to 125 yards or so and I wouldnt take a longer shot with my slug gun anyway. Any opinions greatly appreciated.. Although typing this I think Ive already answered my own question.. thanks guys geo