Thread: .308 WIN Projectile Type/Weight Advice

Hi All,

I'm new to hunting and more than a little confused about the array of bullet options available.
I intend hunting goats, pigs, deer in the bush, so I guess I'd be shooting 25-100 yards?
Considering my lack of experience, I was thinking something with less penetrating power and better expansion might be a good starting point?
Is lead contamination of meat really an issue when using SP?
Not sure if I have the right end of the stick here or not, but does the lighter projectile have more energy (flatter trajectory, greater range, better penetration), with the heavier projectile having less energy (greater drop, shorter range, less penetration/better expansion)?
I've read a lot online about weight advantages/disadvantages, but I'm still not sure what nose type or weight would be best for my application - 150gr, 165gr, 180gr?

Apologies for any questions asked that might be considered dumb, and thanks for any advice you can give me.