I have a few things I have to say about some of the replies to this post

1st the 30-06 is a great deer rifle and it can be loaded with a wide range of bullets and can be used on just about any and all north american game I recommend 150 or 165 gr for deer.

2 A 243 is not a sissy gun it is a great deer rifle and a great all around rilfe for deer and smaller game remember shot placement is the key and if you cant place your shott well because or fear of recoil how much good will a miss with any bigger rifle due you.

3. There is no such thing as over kill its either dead or it isnt..................