That wasn't aimed at you Doc, sorry you took it that way. I didn't read into your post at all, I was merely commenting on my opinion of the subject and how strongly some feel against it, not you per say. You really didn't state how you felt one way or another so it would be hard for me criticize your opinion on the subject. There are seriously some that feel anything less than a 30-06 is too wimpy for deer. And in my opinion that is ignorant. I personally feel a 30-06 is overkill for thin bodied animals like deer, unless you are talking long ranges.

I said some "people" not "YOU", sorry you took it personal. I will try and be more clear next time.

You asked for opinions, I gave mine.

Surviving a harsh winter is one thing, but getting shot is another. They are physically no different than we are, destroy the vitals and they will die within minutes, no if's, and's or but's about it. They don't know the difference between projectiles when they have holes punched through their lungs, or worse yet when they get liquefied by a high speed bullet. It's hard to get deader than dead. Deer can be elusive and paranoid, but they are not all that tough to kill in my opinion. I would consider hogs to be tougher to actually kill.

Heck bunnies survive the winter as well, but you can darn near scare them to death.

Paul