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Old 03-28-2024, 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Wildcat93 View Post
I use Nosler Accubond 165 gr for my 06 and 180 gr for my 300 WM and so far no complaints. 3 elks and 1 moose dropped on the spot while 2 elks manage to run 10-15 yards before going down. Shots were between 180 to 340 yards.
Makes me wonder about 180 gr Accubonds with the .338 Federal. Getting 2775 fps with those, tons of energy. Not sure if that's preferable to the 200 gr Trophy Bonded Tip at 2620 fps?
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