I used my dad's 44 mag ruger rifle last deer season. I used it open sight and most of the deer was over 75 yards. I didnt really know the gun. My dad used it more in a tree stand when the deer are really close, like under 50 yards. Im more of a distance shooter. I shot a deer about 150 yards (I know thats not that much) with my 30-06 during antlerless season. Some people told me to get a scope on the 44 mag. it would be a good 100 yard gun. Are 44 magnum rifles god elk guns (except that they dont go far) just curious. Also, how far do they usually go?

Thanks,
Melissa