Thread: Which 4 guns do I need in NZ?

"I'm leaning towards .223 from .308 after all your comments. As long as .223 is an acceptable round there for most game...that would be my only concern as the .308 can deliver a heck of a lot more grains/energy."

No it's not. All you'll do is get frustrated, and leave wounded animals to die in the bush, especially if you're used to the knock down power of a 7mm mag or 30-06. A .308 will be suitable for most NZ game animals. Maybe look elsewhere on this forum for debates about the suitability of a .223 to bring down deer like reds, sika and whitetail. A .223 will be great for fallow and goats, but unless you're a good headshot specialist, don't give the anti-hunting lobby any reason to start crying "cruel hunters" by letting deer run away with your little pills.