Sorry, I don't have any direct experience to offer; but my notion would be that they're a bit lighter than I'd like, and loaded a bit lighter, too. If you were stuck with 'em for some reason, I bet they'd work (given a very good shot); but if you're not stuck with 'em, why not use a 158 or heavier, like the Gold Dot 'Deerslayer' from Georgia Arms, or the 180 Partition from Winchester?
Mainly, I'm just jumpin' in to hear what those who DO have some experience will say.
I would use a heavy hard cast lead bullet. I wouldn't use .357 hollow points on deer, because I don't think you'll get the penetration you'll need to drop it quickly.
Thanks guys for the info. ChristopherG is right, they are 145 grains. I plan to keep my shots to within 20 yds. and not take a shot if further away. I think I will look at some jacketed soft points in 158 gr. or so.
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