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Appalachian Barn Gun Kit — Recommended hunting caliber

Jim suggests .45 caliber for hunting with the Barn Gun — large enough to take whitetail deer while still being an easy-handling rifle.

Category: Options & VariantsTopics: Barn Gun, .45 Caliber, Jim Kibler, HuntingLast verified: 2026-07-25Also called: gun, rifle, muzzleloader, muzzle loader, firearm, barn gun, appalachian, hunting, deer hunting, game

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