The Deer Hunter
Member
Hey guys, over the past couple of months I have had a desire to get a small semi automatic rifle that fires something more potent than .22LR. I like both the SKS, and the M1 Carbine, but I want to look into the Carbine before I buy an SKS.
What I'm looking for is a rifle that I can take with me into the woods. I will use this for basic critter defense (bears) but I would also like to hunt with it. I know 7.62x39 is much more potent than .30 Carbine, but what do you guys think about taking deer with the carbine?
I have heard that it is similar to a .357 Magnum round. If I do recall, some guys carry .357 revolvers into the woods for bear mace, and even hunt deer with them. I am not really certain as I don't actually know anybody who hunts with a pistol, but that's what I have heard over the web.
Thanks guys.
What I'm looking for is a rifle that I can take with me into the woods. I will use this for basic critter defense (bears) but I would also like to hunt with it. I know 7.62x39 is much more potent than .30 Carbine, but what do you guys think about taking deer with the carbine?
I have heard that it is similar to a .357 Magnum round. If I do recall, some guys carry .357 revolvers into the woods for bear mace, and even hunt deer with them. I am not really certain as I don't actually know anybody who hunts with a pistol, but that's what I have heard over the web.
Thanks guys.