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I also wonder if the 45 ACP is legal in any state to hunt deer with?? Here in Indiana handguns must have a barrel length of 4 inches and .357 dia. or larger and there is also a minimun case length(not sure what that is). I think a 1911 in 10MM would be plenty powerful enough but again the case length is too short here in IN.
a full size govt model 1911 has a 5in barrel and .45 dia is larger than .357. dnt know about your states case length limit. but in OK a 1911 is legal, and although not the best tool for the job i have seen several deer killed with 1. up close and personal, with good bullets, and better shot placement yes it will kill a deer.
im just curious tho. if you cant get on the deer with your ruger 45lc what makes you think youl have better luck with a 1911?