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  1. 10-02-2024, 03:03 PM #1
    Makros
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    I'm running the following;
    Kimber Hunter and Savage Lightweight Hunter both 16" barrels.
    Sierra Gamekings 150grn.
    AR2208 46.5gr
    CBTO 2.172"
    2735 FPS.

    Not sure you're going to gain much in terms of stopping power going to a heavier projectile.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Makros View Post
    I'm running the following;
    Kimber Hunter and Savage Lightweight Hunter both 16" barrels.
    Sierra Gamekings 150grn.
    AR2208 46.5gr
    CBTO 2.172"
    2735 FPS.

    Not sure you're going to gain much in terms of stopping power going to a heavier projectile.


    Use this, exceptional projectiles
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  3. 10-02-2024, 08:33 PM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by Makros View Post
    I'm running the following;
    Kimber Hunter and Savage Lightweight Hunter both 16" barrels.
    Sierra Gamekings 150grn.
    AR2208 46.5gr
    CBTO 2.172"
    2735 FPS.

    Not sure you're going to gain much in terms of stopping power going to a heavier projectile.
    Might be the go then a
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