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Got it, It looks like it does not pertain to rifles.

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Post up your link to that, I'd like to see it.

 

Thanks.....

 

I was reading in another forum, post #93 shows an excerpt. 

 

http://rugerforum.net/ruger-pistols/39835-how-many-guns-can-one-person-legally-own-7.html

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I had read 10 is that true?

 

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Quick question, How many firearms, ex. rifle/shot guns can one own in NY?

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Went walking around today, looking at different rounds at Walmart, though not a Sportsman Store, they had tons of 7mm-08, 7mm Mag, 300 WSM, 30-06 in 150, 165, 180, and 223/5.56. Thoughts on those rounds, prices were all $20-30 per 20 rounds and varied on Manufacturer.

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Thanks again.

 

The 200 yards began on a bench, and when I became more comfortable, I am now standing at targets, shooting both paper at 200 yards, and dangling cans at 100 yards. 

 

I may expect the same with a larger caliber, practice until I feel comfortable. I wouldn't want to go out in the woods without a familiarity with the rifle or shot gun, as well as knowing before hand my limitations and comfort ranges.

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I guess while I am asking questions, Would a 30-06 at 125gr be enough weight for a deer or would it be moving too fast to insure an ethical harvest?

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Thanks everyone

I am also looking at the Catskills as well. Probably will scrap Dutchess.

Now I am wondering can I use my 22 in Dutchess for hare and squirrel? Or still shot gun only?

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Elmo,

 

In the beginning when I posted, I had only thought about a rifle, however, through reading all of the post and great feedback, I have learned that the shot gun, 1. is the only gun for hunting in the area's specified, 2. is used for deer, even I know about deer slugs and all, just never thought of it as a deer gun, as I would a rifle.

 

Thank you for your input as well. Still learning, and always willing to learn more!

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Belo,

 

Great insight, I agree with you, 3 guns and will cover everything from what I have been ready. A smaller caliber for small game, a larger caliber for big game, and a shot gun as it is extremely versatile.

 

Thank you all for the input

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Are 243 rounds easy to find? I know 30-06 you can find everywhere, but haven't seen 243 yet.

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Great stuff everyone! Thank you all for your input, I have learned a lot, not only on the caliber, but also some of the hunting laws, such as shot gun for Dutchess. Thanks again.

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If anywhere PA or NJ as well

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Looking at Dutchess County and the Catskills

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I guess now, I saw a bunch of votes for the 270, 243, as well as the 30-30 and 30-06.

 

If one caliber, 30-06 or 243 if you were to get one. If both, I guess you would be covered for any season in NY? Other than upland.

 

Thank you

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Thanks for all the replies. I like the 30-06 because it seems like every has or has had one and you can find the ammo almost anywhere still.

 

As for as the title, versatility, I mean something, that is not way too big for NY. I like small game hunting but I would like a caliber that would ethically harvest a deer. I understand placement is key, as to why I am at the range often, learning the mechanics, and getting familiar with a 22, before I purchase a center fire.

 

However, I would like to extend past the deer season, go for hare as well. I am sure my 22 will be the right caliber for squirrel.

 

I liked the 243 when thinking about it, but was told it really isnt too common, and I really haven't seen any ammo in it as well.

 

The Mossberg 500 sounds like a good purchase. 

 

Now a question for the 30-06 since I would like that as well, can you find it in grains lower than 160?

 

Thanks again everyone.

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In my opinion, I would feel comfortable at 100 yards at this time. At the range, I have been grouping at 100 and 200 yards, but with a 22. At the range someone told me a 30-06 in 180 grain for NY.

 

I am new, and looking to learn through the forum as well as by practice. Thank you for your time

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NY Hunting, not going to limit to only deer,

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New to hunting, been fishing all my life and enjoy the outdoors, and looking to be outside and be active outside throughout the year. I have taken the hunter education course, and currently at the range with a 22lr. However, looking to purchase a center fire, what in your experience, would be the most versatile caliber for deer hunting in New York?

 

Thanks in advance