auto vs manual
Lots of pros and cons for both kinds. Semis (especially the newer designs) are generally as accurate as needed for big game hunting. Some have good triggers, some don't. Follow up shots are faster than anything else. Is this an overwhelming consideration? Personal choice, I guess. Everything can be plent fast, if you practice enough.
Although they are noisey to load initially, the sound of the action is hidden by the sound of the shot, for shots after the first. Is this important? Again, personal choice.
Semis have less felt recoil on the range. I have never felt the recoil when shooting at a deer. Afterwards, sometimes.
For me, for deer hunting, it is a wash. If the semi has a good trigger, is reliable, then fine with me.
Lots of pros and cons for both kinds. Semis (especially the newer designs) are generally as accurate as needed for big game hunting. Some have good triggers, some don't. Follow up shots are faster than anything else. Is this an overwhelming consideration? Personal choice, I guess. Everything can be plent fast, if you practice enough.
Although they are noisey to load initially, the sound of the action is hidden by the sound of the shot, for shots after the first. Is this important? Again, personal choice.
Semis have less felt recoil on the range. I have never felt the recoil when shooting at a deer. Afterwards, sometimes.
For me, for deer hunting, it is a wash. If the semi has a good trigger, is reliable, then fine with me.