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Jack Straw · August 31, 1999, 12:18 PM

Which is the better bullet for small southern deer: a 250gr Keith type cast bullet or a JHP? I would like to use my own home grown bullets but not if they won't be effective (ie.. wounded game). It is my understanding that the heavy cast bullets are certainly good for thick skinned animals, so I'm wondering if they might tend to completely penetrate whitetails without causing enough damage. Would that still be the case with less than full power loads? I have a good supply of Unique on hand which I could use for lower velocities. If so, what should I set as a minimum velocity?

Thanks for the help.

Jack

August 31, 1999, 12:18 PM	#1
Jack Straw Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 1999 Location: Georgia Posts: 362	Which is the better bullet for small southern deer: a 250gr Keith type cast bullet or a JHP? I would like to use my own home grown bullets but not if they won't be effective (ie.. wounded game). It is my understanding that the heavy cast bullets are certainly good for thick skinned animals, so I'm wondering if they might tend to completely penetrate whitetails without causing enough damage. Would that still be the case with less than full power loads? I have a good supply of Unique on hand which I could use for lower velocities. If so, what should I set as a minimum velocity? Thanks for the help. Jack