[TheBattman]

Actually, I know several people who effectively and cleanly hunt deer with .223. Granted, most are not using an AR-15 style rifle - but the round, in the hands of a good marksman, will get the job done.

[lakeman]

Here in Illinois in order to be a sharpshooter for controlling deer herds you must use a .223

[yarddog]

Actually, I know several people who effectively and cleanly hunt deer with .223. Granted, most are not using an AR-15 style rifle - but the round, in the hands of a good marksman, will get the job done.

I agree with that, although it would not be my first choice.

[claudiustg]

Yes, now some very good rounds are put out by Winchester, Federal, and others in 223 for hunting medium game. The 223 has been used by the government for a long time for the purpose of culling deer and antelope. I personally would stick with 243 and up, though.