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.284 · March 12, 2012, 03:30 PM

I have found that using a Sierra 210 gr JHC gives me a flatter tradjectory than the 240 grainers when shooting out to 100 yards. I get about 2 inches of bullet drop versus 6" when using the heavier bullets.

In the past, I have always been a believer in practicing with what you're going to hunt with. If I am shooting a bow, I'm shooting broadheads. If I'm shooting rifle, it's hunting bullets not match grade. However, when it comes to my revolver I know that W296 and Lil Gun have that whole top strap and forcing cone erosion thing. I try to save those big dogs for the field. I shot 6 of the "Shock and Awe" loads to see what kind of group I could get with the Hornady bullets.

March 12, 2012, 03:30 PM	#5
.284 Senior Member Join Date: July 8, 2009 Location: davison, michigan Posts: 665	I have found that using a Sierra 210 gr JHC gives me a flatter tradjectory than the 240 grainers when shooting out to 100 yards. I get about 2 inches of bullet drop versus 6" when using the heavier bullets. In the past, I have always been a believer in practicing with what you're going to hunt with. If I am shooting a bow, I'm shooting broadheads. If I'm shooting rifle, it's hunting bullets not match grade. However, when it comes to my revolver I know that W296 and Lil Gun have that whole top strap and forcing cone erosion thing. I try to save those big dogs for the field. I shot 6 of the "Shock and Awe" loads to see what kind of group I could get with the Hornady bullets. __________________ Guns have only two enemies, rust and politicians! Deer are amazing creatures....so please don't burn the sauteed onions and I'll pass on the steak sauce, thank you.