Thread: 162gn ELDX not expanding

Originally Posted by MGNZ

This is a 178gr ELD-X out of my 300WM @ 3050FPS. This went through a spiker @ 380yards and I dug it out of the bank behind it. The core completely separated and 30% weight retention. Hate to think what will happen inside 100yards. Second deer was at 420 yards and a similar result. I am also looking for something more solidly constructed.

Anyone used the Federal trophy bonded or TLR's ? they look like a good hybrid construction for close and far.

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MGNZ What was the result of those two deer you shot, were they runners or DRT? A lot of these types of bullets shed there cores but still deliver the goods, I think so long as you aren't losing your animals there isn't to much of a problem.