Thread: The ‘controversial.222’

Originally Posted by chainsaw

doesn't matter what the calibre is, if you cant place the shot accurately, dont know your and your rifle limits, aren't using suitable projectiles. Then dont take the shot on an animal.

Definitely. 100% agree with this.

I feel it takes a lot of maturity as a hunter to get to that point however. My guess is that the disciplined .222/.223 users here have a fair amount of experience under their belt, or have been mentored closely by someone who has. It has taken me years to develop that discipline, and I think I only just really cracked it this year through having a go at bow hunting.

Philosophically I’ll never hold it over a young guy or girl that makes a mistake and looses an animal, as long as they are committed to making it right. And what I mean here is some deep reflection on what went wrong, being totally honest with oneself, and stepping back into it with a plan of what to do next time.

I also guess that the gurus with these calibres have made a few cock-ups in their time, but that is exactly what makes them so good now. Lessons learned.