In contrary to some beleifs i beleive that a .357 is plenty at 55yds. I have two .357's, a taurus 608 and a marlin lever action with an octagon barrel. i've shot them both a lot in an effort to talk myself into leaving the .25-06 in the case one day. I would darn sure be squeezing the trigger on my rifle but since the question concerns a pistol.. i don't know. My handgun skills are improving but still leave much to be desired.I wouldn't for a doe but i've been known to shoot a lil beyond my liking for a nice buck.Ignorant and maybe even unethical butyeah, short prayer...boom.