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Member Section => Handguns => Topic started by: mattman23 on October 13, 2011, 02:01:12 PM

Title: revo hunting
Post by: mattman23 on October 13, 2011, 02:01:12 PM

A buddy has talked me into going deer hunting with him here in Ky.I havnt been since I was probably 11 so I thought Id try it again. Id like to use a revo.What do you guys think about a newbie using a handgun,or should I stick to my rifle? I shoot idpa,icore,bowling pin and uspsa with revo so Im definitly familiar with the platform.Thanks for any input!

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: TAB on October 13, 2011, 02:38:08 PM

nothing wrong with a hand gun, if you can make your shot placment.

if not, stick with something you can put your shot where you want.

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: ellis4538 on October 13, 2011, 03:00:13 PM

Make sure you are using a legal HH cal.  w/legal barrel length.  Practice reasonable range shots with full power hunting type ammo.  Shot placement is very important for a clean kill.  Also practice the follow-up shot just in case!!!!!

Richard

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: Hazcat on October 13, 2011, 03:31:31 PM

What they ^ said.

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: tombogan03884 on October 13, 2011, 09:15:21 PM

What they said is all good info.
But take terrain into account as well since that may dictate the range of your shots.
Flat, wide open land where you can't get close with out a lot of stalking I'd go with the rifle, wooded, hilly, or swampy "close" terrain your shots will be at short range, take the pistol and have fun.

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: Hazcat on October 13, 2011, 10:20:49 PM

Quote from: tombogan03884 on October 13, 2011, 09:15:21 PM

What they said is all good info.
But take terrain into account as well since that may dictate the range of your shots.
Flat, wide open land where you can't get close with out a lot of stalking I'd go with the rifle, wooded, hilly, or swampy "close" terrain your shots will be at short range, take the pistol and have fun.

Or carry both and use what is appropriate at the time.  I always carry a side arm when hunting.

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: kmitch200 on October 13, 2011, 10:38:52 PM

Quote from: Hazcat on October 13, 2011, 10:20:49 PM

Or carry both and use what is appropriate at the time.  I always carry a side arm when hunting.

You aren't the only one.  ;) 
A 629 is my constant hunting companion.

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: mattman23 on November 12, 2011, 11:31:57 PM

Thanks for the replies guys and sorry for the delay in checking back.I plan to try it.Im picking up a 6" 629. i shot around with the 460xvr and like it but hated the brake.i think the 44 will do it for me with good ammo.thanks again!

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: MikeBjerum on November 13, 2011, 09:31:40 AM

Hope you enjoy it.

Have a great time!

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: PegLeg45 on November 13, 2011, 12:20:11 PM

Quote from: mattman23 on November 12, 2011, 11:31:57 PM

Thanks for the replies guys and sorry for the delay in checking back.I plan to try it.Im picking up a 6" 629. i shot around with the 460xvr and like it but hated the brake.i think the 44 will do it for me with good ammo.thanks again!

I have had great performance in my .44's using Hornady LeverEvolution ammo. The 225gr FTX  rounds produce moderate recoil and excellent accuracy in my 7 1/2" Super Blackhawks.

Good luck!!!!

Title: Re: revo hunting
Post by: kmitch200 on November 13, 2011, 12:29:10 PM

Quote from: PegLeg45 on November 13, 2011, 12:20:11 PM

I have had great performance in my .44's using Hornady LeverEvolution ammo. The 225gr FTX  rounds produce moderate recoil and excellent accuracy in my 7 1/2" Super Blackhawks.
Good luck!!!!

What he said!  ;D  FTX rounds are what is in my 629 and the speed loaders as we speak.

To me, they aren't as violent as the Rem 210gr loads or the various 180gr muzzle blast 'paint peelers'.