Exactly. I dont think handgun hunters need any further restrictions then rifle hunters. We all should be choosing our firearms and shots based on our own abilities. You cant legislate against those who take unethical shots. Just go ask a local butcher how many rifle killed deer come in with bullet holes in poor locations.
Also at least in rifles, often the small caliber guys do a much better job because they can shoot their guns better. The guy who can place a 243 bullet in the heart at 100 yards every time is going to do better then the guy who shoots em in the hind end with a 460 weatherby. Let people choose what tools they want.
If we were ever to want to have some sort of punishment for poor choices, it should be like africa, where wounded game uses your tag up. Give people more incentive to make their shots count, and use guns that will do the job.
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