Pistol hunting with scopes, boy is that hard to do. I have shot deer with my 308 Encore and I'll tell your from my experience, practice, practice and practice. I think it's one of the hardest ways to hunt, but very rewarding. EOTECH type of sight might be the best way to go. You don't have to get everything perfectly lined up with the stars. From what I've heard, it's like a point and shoot. I've never owned one because of the expense.