Hunting Rifle & Simple Handgun

[stoney]

I've finally got Wifey on board with getting a hunting rifle for small-mid sized game (deer and down) and a handgun for the house.

I've been reading up on the Ruger 10-22, and was wondering is a 'base' model with scope would be sufficient for that level of game hunting?

As for a a simple, low-kick handgun for the house, any suggestions? Wifey has shot and can control a standard 9mm (likely a true Glock), and is on board for something of this size.

We'll be getting a biometric safe for the pistol and trigger lock (key will live in safe) for the rifle.

[IH8Rice]

you could kill a deer with a 10/22 but youll have to be super close(25yards or less) and accurate. its really not ideal to kill big game with since youll wind up just wounding the animal in most cases. it may also be illegal in your area to use a small round like that for hunting.


that being said, im about to buy a 10/22 also but not for hunting

[stoney]

what's the next step up for real game hunting?

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I've finally got Wifey on board with getting a hunting rifle for small-mid sized game (deer and down) and a handgun for the house.

I've been reading up on the Ruger 10-22, and was wondering is a 'base' model with scope would be sufficient for that level of game hunting?

As for a a simple, low-kick handgun for the house, any suggestions? Wifey has shot and can control a standard 9mm (likely a true Glock), and is on board for something of this size.

We'll be getting a biometric safe for the pistol and trigger lock (key will live in safe) for the rifle.

Only if you want to get arrested!!

The 10-22 is WAY too small for deer and would be illegal in CA. I don't think you could even hunt Pig with that. It is a great piece, don't get me wrong. You can customize the cr@p out of it as well. 10-22 is appropriate for squirrel up to maybe beavers, possum or large fowl.

For deer you are gonna need something a lot bigger. 30-30, 7mm etc.

I'm looping in my buddy Eric. He rides and hunts... he can help you. He grew up on rabbit, squirrel etc.


For hand guns, I'd recommend a revolver like a 38 or 357. Less parts to jam etc. Literal point and shoot kinda weapon.

[stoney]

What about boar and such?

[IH8Rice]

What about boar and such?

again, shot in the right place and short distance. but it can still also be illegal.


i think next size up is .223?

[ridiculous]

You should buy a 10/22 anyway as it is easily one of the most "fun" rifles to own. Its just as customizable as an AR and the ammo is cheaper than paintball. You can take it to any range and have fun whether it be blasting away plinking or trying to hone in your skills. Theres no kick and you really dont need hearing protection if you are outside.

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when I talk about "pig" above, I mean those little black boars you see occasionally in Henry Coe (at least that is where I always saw them).

[olander]

I have a 10/22, they are awesome! Can shoot all day and it only costs you $20 in ammo. Although, you will pretty much only injur anything larger than a rabbit if you shoot it with a 22 unless the shot is PERFECT. I grew up in Louisiana and it is illegal to hunt deer w/ a 22 there, so i'm pretty sure it's illegal just about everywhere. Don't shoot beaver by the way, it is illegal (US and Canada i'm 99.9% sure). 22 lr round will be great for squirrels rabbits and plinking. Shotgun will be best for home defense. Little to no aiming. If you are in a stressful situation, which a home invasion is, you won't have time to take aim with a 9mm. check out keltec's new shotgun, only 26.125 inches long, 14 rounds and LEGAL in CA the most restrictive state, about $800. I have a mossberg w/ pistol grip for this reason, paid $360 for it. If you want to hunt deer the smallest rifle I would recommend is a 6mm or .243 cal. Boar are a different story, shotgun (20 gauge or larger and not the same one you bought for home defense) or rifle will work, but IMO rifle would be better and a heavier round for a boar over deer, 308 would be my choice.

here's a good video

YouTube - Big Wet Jugs

YouTube - Big Wet Jugs

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FALSE ADVERTISING!!!

I watched that video at least 3 times and there were no big wet jugs in there ANYWHERE!!

Thanks for chiming in Eric.

[IH8Rice]

If you want to hunt deer the smallest rifle I would recommend is a 6mm or .243 cal.

.243 is the next step up from a .22lr isnt it?

[jonKranked]

are you getting the handgun for home protection? if yes, i would recommend a shotgun.

[mattmatt86]

The recent theft of my DH bike has made me want to get a gun.

[IH8Rice]

The recent theft of my DH bike has made me want to get a gun.

gun purchases should always be made by rash decisions.

[4xBoy]

.243 is the next step up from a .22lr isnt it?

Not a gun guy I guess.