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Originally Posted by The Reaper
Better for congested areas, shot doesn't travel as far.
The hunter has to get closer to the deer, and/or learn to use slugs.
TR
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I really don't like the idea of using shot on deer. They deserve a clean kill and the average hunter probably can't deliver that consistently with shot. Slugs are another matter, but if you are good enough to stalk within range (or patient enough to freeze in your stand), why not just take it up a notch and go with black powder? Now THAT's hunting. 
BTW, I am not against high-powered rifles with optics for larger game or long distances, they're just not my choice for your garden variety deer.
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