Took these two about 5 minutes apart this morning with my S&W model 24 .44 special, using heavy handloads and my home-cast 250 gr gas check semi-wadcutter hollowpoints (the 429244 Thompson designed bullet in hollowpoint form). Both ran about 40 yards and crashed. Blood trails you could have followed at a fast walk, but not really needed since neither made it out of sight. They are destined for venison burger and sausage except for the backstraps which will go to the grill. Yum.
Going back again Friday with the Ruger Flattop .44 7 1/2". I carry the short-barreled S&W sometimes when also carrying a rifle; the 7 1/2" Flattop when strictly handgun hunting.
