hunter7198

Recoil is based somewhat on what rifle is used, case size etc., but the weight of the bullet and rate at which it leaves the barrel has the most effect. A .243 needs a 90 to 100 grain bullet for deer, and a .308 uses a 150 to 180 grain bullet, and as the powder charge is fairly close, the heavier bullets produces moremomentum conservation(recoil). A .308 ismy favorite deer cartridge, but in a light fixed breech gun might be a tad too kicky for your sweetie. Put that same caliber into a semi-auto, and it's a puppy to shoot for most anybody. A .243 is cool for deer with a well placed shot, but not ideal for a marginal shot. Someone else suggested a 7mm-08, which is also a kick butt deer cartridge, and I'd consider a .260 Rem. for a gal. My son's 105 lb fiance actually prefers one of my .44 mag
Ruger lever actions for deer hunting as it's short, light, has mild recoil and is great for deer up to 100 yds.