Before every cartridge had to be labeled a "Magnum" and people and animals grew hides so thick that only a .50 BMG could damage a cockroach, the .32-20 was considered adequate for deer size game. It still is, if the hunter can place his shots and not have to carry a small cannon to feel macho and compensate for bad marksmanship.

And the .25-20 is a very nice and quiet varmint rifle at reasonable ranges.

Jim

Jim