Just wondering what the 243 performs like in brushy areas. I have a 243 that is my back ups, back up and thought about taking it along this year for the fiancé to use. I usually hunt with the -06 be it in the woods or field, but the 30's are a little stout for the fiancé. My concern is that the 100gr bullet from the 243 would deflect easily if it caught a twig etc.. Thanks.
Your probably right. I read an article some time back that stated there is no such thing as a brush gun. All bullets deflect some. This guy took a bunch of dowel rods and shot them with different calibers to prove his point It was eye opening.
I'd be way more worried of a gun that scared her than one which may be deflected by a twig. I've seen women shut their eyes and pull the trigger due to them being scared of the kick. I'd roll w/the .243!
Quote from: flintlock on October 24, 2011, 04:23:39 PM
I'd be way more worried of a gun that scared her than one which may be deflected by a twig. I've seen women shut their eyes and pull the trigger due to them being scared of the kick. I'd roll w/the .243!
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Quote from: flintlock on October 24, 2011, 04:23:39 PM
I'd be way more worried of a gun that scared her than one which may be deflected by a twig. I've seen women shut their eyes and pull the trigger due to them being scared of the kick. I'd roll w/the .243!
Great point.
Quote from: Reloader on October 24, 2011, 04:44:13 PM
Quote from: flintlock on October 24, 2011, 04:23:39 PM
I'd be way more worried of a gun that scared her than one which may be deflected by a twig. I've seen women shut their eyes and pull the trigger due to them being scared of the kick. I'd roll w/the .243!
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Quote from: Kylongspur88 on October 24, 2011, 12:44:46 PM
Just wondering what the 243 performs like in brushy areas. I have a 243 that is my back ups, back up and thought about taking it along this year for the fiancé to use. I usually hunt with the -06 be it in the woods or field, but the 30's are a little stout for the fiancé. My concern is that the 100gr bullet from the 243 would deflect easily if it caught a twig etc.. Thanks.
I've used a 243 for years in the thick mountain laurel around here without any problems, just have to pick your shot.
Like the others say, pick your shot