Thread: A question for the doubters

Originally Posted by Hunter_Nick

So dragging this one up again.

I began this thread, and at that time I was convinced that I’d finally ‘nailed it’ and reached the end of my search for the ultimate medium game hunting rifle for this country. But after 6 months or so of hunting and observing the results of the 22 creed on deer, I’m moving on to something else. The 22 creed barrel is coming off and the original 358 win barrel is going back on.

I didn’t lose any deer that I pointed it at, but very nearly did. On a number of occasions….. If I had been hunting in ‘thicker’ country the results would have definitely been different. It was fine on the lighter animals when broadside, but lacking in penetration when quartering on or away.
Don’t get me wrong, the cartridge is accurate as hell and super easy to shoot. Brilliant for goats and lighter deer, but bigger reds (especially stags) it’s left wanting as far as I’m concerned.

All power to those getting after it with a .224 centrefire, but I won’t be me anymore.

Putting the old head on the block here, but it is what it is. Gave it a go, and admit it’s not for me.

Are you sure it's the fault of the 'calibre' (chambering) and not the bullets being used?