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RC20 · March 7, 2013, 06:00 PM

I think there is an unmet need for target shooting bullets of a non boat tail design.

We are shooting 30-06, and I don't think its unusual we are limited to a 100 yd range distance.

A lot of time and effort in a boat tail design and production that pay no return at that distance, I would rather have a better price vs range of the boat tail.

For 30-06 I would start at 174 grs (as that seems to be the accuracy sweet spot of the admittedly wide latitude 30-06).

Others can weigh in on the best for their calibers (130 in 270?).

Its funny you can buy hunting bullets with a flat base, but not target.

March 7, 2013, 06:00 PM	#76
RC20 Senior Member Join Date: April 10, 2008 Location: Alaska Posts: 7,014	I think there is an unmet need for target shooting bullets of a non boat tail design. We are shooting 30-06, and I don't think its unusual we are limited to a 100 yd range distance. A lot of time and effort in a boat tail design and production that pay no return at that distance, I would rather have a better price vs range of the boat tail. For 30-06 I would start at 174 grs (as that seems to be the accuracy sweet spot of the admittedly wide latitude 30-06). Others can weigh in on the best for their calibers (130 in 270?). Its funny you can buy hunting bullets with a flat base, but not target.