is a .223 too big for a first time shooter?

[burek]

if your just wanting to learn while punching holes in paper targets, get a .22LR.

if you have somewhere to hunt etc, go a .223

This I reckon.

As a new shooter this year I did get a 223 since I have a mate to go hunt with. I have since also bought a 22LR for cheap plinking fun and subsonic practical use. Not that 223 is hard on the wallet but I guess it can add up.

[cracker]

.223 is an excellent round, how ever its bloody loud and will carry for a really long way if your a rubbish shot - consider this if your new to the sport.
.22lr is great fun, find a nice little pump action with iron sights and test your ability

[Member-Deleted]

If you've had absolutely no experience with firearms at all then a 223 would be my second choice maybe first would be .22lr
until i built up my handling skills and all the little nicknacks that go with shooting
You will have tons of fun with the 22lr whilst doing so

Cheers