Thread: Testing out the 168 ELD-Ms on my new build.

I was a little hesitant about using the 168 eld-match projectiles for hunting. I was a fan of SSTs but thought I’d have a go at testing some loads out for accuracy. My new rifle build loved them when I found the right load, so this weekend I went out for a look. First was a stag at 488 yards and dropped it on the spot with a high shoulder shot, no exit and no blood other than the entry point. I was impressed with its performance. My personal max distance for that 308 load I set to 500 yards. I’m getting 2575 from my 16” 1-8 proof barrel.





Next was a shot at maybe 80 yards front chest shot and again dropped on the spot. I recovered some of the projectile. It was very explosive at that range with several exit points low down. Overall, I am extremely happy with the results and can confidently say for me on reds out to my personal 500-yard limit, they do the job well.



Also, a shameless plug! Love my knives