Thread: Issues with 165gr SST at short range

I have shot a few deer lately at close range with 165gr SST and it knocks them down then they have got back up again and run. I have also had quite a few again shot at short range where they are dead on their legs but run quite a way before going down. Definately not an issue when its a longer range shot though.
Anyone else had this issue or any other experience with this projectile?
Also what might be a good alternative "all range" projectile for a short barrel 308 (16 inch barrel)?
178gr ELDX and Speer 165gr BTSP have been mentioned to me but not sure if the ELDX would stablise in a short barrel (16 inch) 308?
Any suggestions/experience would be appreciated.
Thanks.