Tros

I have read up plenty as far as calibers and their usefullness on humans, however my question is more directed towards wildlife; deer to be exact. Would a 9mm be "enough" bullet to kill an injured deer, or would a heavier bullet be needed?

Odd question, I know, but entertain me.

__________________
"People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost."

Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor
EX - OC Spray Instructor
EX - Restraint Instructor

wmhawth

Deer have been taken with a 22. 9mm will work to dispatch an injured deer. It'll also work to take down a 2 legged predator.

__________________
William

HowardCohodas

I am not a hunter so I am ignorant on these things, but where do you shoot a deer if it is injured to assure a "humane" death?

__________________
Howard
I carry a gun because I can't carry a cop!!
M&P 45 with Crimson Trace LaserGrip in a SmartCarry holster

randytulsa2

If you can get a headshot, a 9mm will more than do the job, as will a .22lr.

__________________
"...bad decisions that turn out well often make heroes."


Gary D. Mitchell, A Sniper's Journey: The Truth About the Man and the Rifle, P. 103, NAL Caliber books, 2006, 1st Ed.

Roadrunner

Head or neck shot will put it down instantly. Don't put more 9mm rounds in it's chest unless that's all you can hit, it won't do much to hasten the end.

__________________
- Kurt
“Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it.” ~Pericles of Athens
Primary Carry - Colt Commander .45 in a Brommeland Max-Con V

Tros

Ok, thanks. Just the answer I was looking for. I wasn't sure if a deer had an insane amount of bone or anything like that in it's head.


Well, I was just going to keep shooting in the butt until Randy and Roadrunner said something...

I kid I kid!!!

__________________
"People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost."

Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor
EX - OC Spray Instructor
EX - Restraint Instructor

Duisburg

oh yeah, a 9 mm will dispatch a wounded or injured deer, just use the Reminton 147 grain HPs to make it efficient!

good luck! :D

__________________
1- i am not a felon
2- i have passed extensive background checks by the sheriffs department and the FBI.
3- i have been fingerprinted, trained, and tested.
4- i have demonstrated good character.
5- i obey the law.

dogrunner

I finished off a downed buck several years ago with my NAA .22 LR mini.

One round, just back of the ear & angled forward & down....

Metro 40

I tried to dispatch a deer once, but he wouldn't answer his radio.

__________________
"Fast is fine, but accuracy is everything." Wyatt Earp

HotGuns

A hurt deer that is not dead is can go from laying there motionless to thrashing and rolling all over the place trying to get up when it cant. Sometimes it is not as easy as it sounds.

Sometimes trying to get a head shot can be challenging.
The angle of the shot makes all the difference in the world.

When I " dispatch" a deer. I will try for two areas. A shot standing in front of it while shooting it trough the eyeball works well. Also at the base of the skull when standing behind one. The trick there is to be sure not to shoot to low or the shot will angle through the throat without killing it.

When they are thrashing around bleating and squalling, I dont mess around. I use the 12 guage with double ought and blast them in the head...while standing at least 10 yards away. If you dont, you will likely get some blood,hair and brain matter on you.




Dont ask.

__________________
ARKANSAS CHL Instructor

Since signature lines can be offensive to some, I have removed mne. I hope you are not offended...