Yep, so will a 16 oz hammer...A .22 pistol is not the best tool for the job...

A .357 with a 6 inch barrel is the minimum here in NC...I would bet the 44 Mag would be the most popuar with those that use revolvers....

Frankly, until you have several years experience with guns and deer hunting, its best to learn the basics first, it takes a few years to get proficent with a pistol.
Learn to hunt with a rifle first.