re: Just Purchased

I like a little more than a 223 for deer, but with a 7 year old you're limited. Do your research on ammo and you'll be able to put em down.

Practice, practice, practice. Make sure he can shoot well and is recommend hunting only stands where he'll be limited to 30-40 yard shots.

I do like the 223 in that you can make a sweet varmint rifle out of it once he outgrows it.

Congrats on getting your son into hunting and good luck.