6.5-284 Which bullet for Hunting?

[ShootnMathews]

Why fix what is not broken.

The Nosler just has a much lower BC so I wants to try some new stuff. I do have about 200 eldx 143 on hand to try too

 

[ShootnMathews]

That's some very impressive groups , why change bullets to burgers , personally I wouldnt expect much difference in performance on game with range from close to long range . Someone explain the difference if I'm wrong , it depends on what your expectations are if you are looking for more penetration and weight retention go with a mono of your choice , if it's a fast expanding bullet that may or may not exit on shoulder bone stay with the cup and core you have . I have tried most bullets and personally load HAMMERS now with great results , but again it depends on your expectations . Good luck with your choice

It's mostly about the BC. The Nosler groups great but the BC is nothing to write home about

 

[JAYgs8163]

Ironic that my Smith just called to tell me my new 6.5-284 Norma is ready to be picked up today. Maybe a Lotto ticket with using that number mix some way is in order!! I'll post some Gun Porn pics later.

 

[dougduey]

I also shoot the 140 Elite Hunter in my 6.5-284. I believe my load is 58.3 gr 0f Retumbo at 3068 fps.
Great round for pronghorn. I shot one at 634 yards in a preset stiff wind two seasons ago. Love that setup for long range.

 

[SteveBurton]

With that kind of grouping, I wouldn't change a thing. I don't think the animals will know the difference.
I run the Berger 140 VLD and 4831sc in my 6.5-284, but it's a custom LA rifle. It runs at 2950fps and can put 5 shots in 1 hole. I'm not familiar with the savage internal mag length but I'm guessing that bullet would work.

 

[ShootnMathews]

With that kind of grouping, I wouldn't change a thing. I don't think the animals will know the difference.
I run the Berger 140 VLD and 4831sc in my 6.5-284, but it's a custom LA rifle. It runs at 2950fps and can put 5 shots in 1 hole. I'm not familiar with the savage internal mag length but I'm guessing that bullet would work.

Savage runs a 111 long action on the 6.5-284 so there's plenty of room.

 

[Oklahunter1]

I shoot the Berger 135 gr classic hunter. It's been devastating on whitetail and mule deer from 90 yds to 589 yds. 56 gr Retumbo, 210 federal

 

[dogz]

I can't for the life of me imagine wanting to change a darn thing with that load for what you're looking to do! Especially to pick up a bit of BC points...........

As suggested buy more bullets (140 NBT's), shoot more, work out 2x as hard as you already are and get your tags applied for!

Life is short, hunt hard

 

[dogz]

On a way more important note, what state are you going hunting in? Are you going it yourself, or being guided. If so, who are you booked with or booking with?

 

[dogz]

On a way more important note, what state are you going hunting in? Are you going it yourself, or being guided. If so, who are you booked with or booking with?

One more question, to what range do you consistently shoot to at this time?

 

[med358-boise]

The Nosler just has a much lower BC so I wants to try some new stuff. I do have about 200 eldx 143 on hand to try too

You may wish to consider running some sample calculations to see the practical effect of the greater BC on wind. I suspect you may find that the difference in drop even out at 700 yards is only 1.5 MOA and that the difference in dialing 48 clicks versus say 54 clicks is immaterial. With respect to wind, I think you may find at distances and wind speeds where there is material difference, you may not want to be taking the shot anyway because the further shot and the higher wind the more of a chance for variance of the wind across the flight path which will then increase likelihood of an error in the wind calculation.

I love playing around with loads and bullets too but whenever I consider changing a load that shoots as well as yours I really push myself hard on answering the question of "What am I really going to gain?"

Good luck on your quest and your hunt!

 

[cajun]

I'm a Nosler fan but that 140 Amax is a great down range killer.

 

[ShootnMathews]

I'm a Nosler fan but that 140 Amax is a great down range killer.

I used one (168 Amax) in my 308 on a doe last week and at 200 yards it was devastation. I haven't seen a blood trail like that in a long time.