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Which caliber should I choose for the Appalachian Barn Gun?

For hunting, Jim suggests .45 caliber. Large enough to take whitetail deer and still makes for an easy-handling rifle.

Category: Options & VariantsLast verified: 2026-07-25Also called: gun, rifle, muzzleloader, muzzle loader, firearm, barn gun, appalachian, hunting, deer hunting, game

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