I went hunting with my neighbor this past week, and he was fortunate enough to take two bucks with a 257 Roberts. I was very impressed, as both deer dropped on the spot.

Ammo: Winchester Super X 117 gr Soft Point +P

First Deer: Shot through neck at 75 yds. Deer dropped on the spot, with a 2" exit wound.

Second Deer: Shot through both shoulders and heart at 30 yds. This deer dropped on the spot too, with another 2" exit wound. Both near and far shoulders were completely shattered, and the heart had a large hole running through it.

Damage on both deer rivaled what any 270, 7 Mag, 30-06, etc. will do.

For those who doubt the effectiveness of this cartridge, I stand witness that it is a very capable deer HAMMER.