Top 10 Hunting Gun Questions Answered: Calibers, Optics, Ammo, and Tips for 2025

Wondering if your AR-15 is legal for deer hunting? Need help choosing the best whitetail caliber or budget rifle? In this episode of LocaCarnivore, we answer the top 10 hunting gun questions from across the internet and our viewers. From optics and ammo to suppressors and safety tips, we’ve got you covered for gun season 2025.
🔥 Topics Covered:
• Best calibers for whitetail
• AR-15 hunting legality
• Lead ammo bans
• Optics for timber vs open country
• Rifle cleaning after wet hunts
• Suppressors
• Budget bolt-action rifles
• Hunter safety card requirements
• Field carry safety tips

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