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In reply to the discussion: which is the deadliest round? [View all]DonP
(6,185 posts)1. In terms of number of fatalities, I've read its the humble .22 LR
        Also the favorite for Chicago mob hits as well.
But mainly due to the low cost and sheer number of guns that shoot .22s, it makes sense.
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