Greg F really does not know what he is talking about.

Gee, T-Bird- the conditions you quote pertain in the U.S as well, and are observed by any responsible hunter/marksman.

Apparently you're not a hunter and thus have no practical experience?

Greg F The only point I make about using a rifle for taking out vermin is admirably summarized by Teribus.

Yup, Iains, and his "summary" is nugatory.

A 0.303 lee Enfield was quoted as an example purely because it is a weapon most people in the UK have a vague knowledge of.

Oh really? - that rifle was taken out of service in 1957.