I hunt "X's" not vital organs, so my intent with this pistol is precision target at longer ranges. My club has ranges from 25 yds all the way out to 600. My main purpose will be both 100 yds and 200 meter benchrest and prone. The fact that the 12" bbl version had the bottom picitinny rail was a bonus as far as a slick mount spot for a bipod. This pistol while most will argue impractical is simply fun to shoot and talk about. I also handload so the cost per round won't be so bad vs someone who has to purchase ammo. I've made a ton of great friends at my gun club , and many times it's not always about actual shooting, but about shooting conversations, laughs , and comradery amongst friends.