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Step 1
Hunt with a legal caliber and handgun model. Most states require a minimum amount of firepower and barrel length before allowing you to hunt whitetail or mule deer.
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Step 2
Equip the handgun with a scope if you intend to hunt deer in an area where long distance shots are more probable. A wide variety of scopes are available depending on the specific field requirements you may face when hunting.
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Step 3
Use proper hunting ammunition for the handgun when you go deer hunting. Hollow point ammunition is normally prohibited from hunting uses, so you should make sure the ammo you have chosen complies with local laws.
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Step 4
Find a rest to fire from when a hunting shot presents itself. Natural rests such as fallen dead wood and moss-covered stones provide a solid base that steadies your shot.
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Step 5
Target the vitals behind the shoulder if the shot is close so that an immediate hemorrhage debilitates the deer in a matter of seconds. Your goal must be to dispatch the animal with a minimum of physical suffering.
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Step 6
Aim for the front shoulder if the shot is at a greater distance. Breaking the front shoulder allows time for a second finishing shot if it becomes necessary.
