I'm not a hunter; here seeking opinions / experience. Will a .22LR possibly kill game (deer) besides small ones with maybe, a couple of shots? And also, for safety in the wild.
The reason I'm asking is, I'm trying to find a caliber that
1) will fit both rifle and handgun.
2) SHTF situations where mobility on vehicle / foot is key - with 1 rifle and 1 semi-auto handgun.
*** can't possibly carry a whole lot of .223/5.56 or 7.62X39mm plus .45 and be on foot.
But I believe it's possible to carry a few thousands of .22LR.
3) ability to survive in the wild by hunting for food and/or survival safety.
Open to other caliber suggestions.
And definitely interested in hearing opinions / ideas on what others are planning for these situations.
The reason I'm asking is, I'm trying to find a caliber that
1) will fit both rifle and handgun.
2) SHTF situations where mobility on vehicle / foot is key - with 1 rifle and 1 semi-auto handgun.
*** can't possibly carry a whole lot of .223/5.56 or 7.62X39mm plus .45 and be on foot.
But I believe it's possible to carry a few thousands of .22LR.
3) ability to survive in the wild by hunting for food and/or survival safety.
Open to other caliber suggestions.
And definitely interested in hearing opinions / ideas on what others are planning for these situations.