Originally Posted by
Bernie P.
They're not legal here in NY but I'm pretty sure with the right bullet/placement it will get the job done.That said I would still use nothing less than a .243 absolute minimum on deer.
NY law states that "any center fire rifle" is legal. That is unless you are in a zone that restricts big game hunting to slugs and MLs.
I have never used anything smaller than a 7mm for deer but I wouldnt hesitate to use a 223 or even a 22hornet on broadside shots within 100yds. Seen too many guys kill deer and hogs efficently w/ them.
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/35010.html