We have one in .243. My son shot a nice 8 point this past season at 117 yards. Right thru the shoulder. I was surprised the deer was that far, but he made a good shot. Shooting Hornady 100 gr soft points. Its a youth model and is light weight, although it has a little pop to it. My 2 oldest kids, now 11 and 12, have used it for 3 years now without any complaints.