CraigC
Sixgun Nut
Then they are using it wrong.
It depends on the bullet. Problem is that most .45ACP bullets are inappropriate for big game use. However, if you can use a good cast semi-wadcutter, it should do fine. On par with the venerable 250gr .45Colt 900fps load that will penetrate end to end on nearly any deer that walks. It just doesn't work for the reasons stated.
Skip the .30M1, .223 and 9mm though.
It depends on the bullet. Problem is that most .45ACP bullets are inappropriate for big game use. However, if you can use a good cast semi-wadcutter, it should do fine. On par with the venerable 250gr .45Colt 900fps load that will penetrate end to end on nearly any deer that walks. It just doesn't work for the reasons stated.
Skip the .30M1, .223 and 9mm though.