All the hype about "magnum" loads up to 150 gr. of various propellants has many of us using loads heavier than necessary. 50 caliber loads as low as 70 - 80 gr. are quite adequate for deer. Those lower loads are also often more accurate. The heavier loads may be desirable for long range shots and large game such as elk, but are totally unnecessary for deer at normal ranges.
Last edited by DocHunter; 09-05-2009 at 07:52 PM.