Are the Eld x bullets that bad

[cajun]

I have been using the axil in ear with sound amplification so I can hear and still have some protection.

 

[deputyrpa]

I like that, You used 2,000 FPS as, Your,.. "Limit" on Velocity, vs LETHAL,.. Range !
WELL,.. DONE, deputy ! Very Nice, Bull,.. Congrats !

Thank you. Bullet performance as per the manufacturer's velocity data is more important than energy at impact. I learned that a few years and a day ago.

 

[memtb]

I have been using the axil in ear with sound amplification so I can hear and still have some protection.

I bought some of those to try out when/if I'm hunting with my S&W 460. I know that I'll only be hunting in the heavier timber…..where things can become "up close and personal" very quickly!

I hate to have that stuff hanging around my neck…but will not even attempt to shoot that ported 460 without ear protection!

Plus….hearing that grizzlies belly rumble at 30 yards away would be nice! memtb

 

[Roland Baker]

They work fine for me. Not an Elk but not small game either. 180 yard shot, 143 ELD-x. No tracking required.

 

[Rocketeer77]

You do realize this is a long range hunting forum don't you?

Define long range, what's the ethical limits? This individual is out at 1200 yards supposedly 'hunting' nah I don't think so. It's absurd to even suggest shooting at that distance your shot placement is good enough or the projectile residual energy is adequate? The variables here are myriad and the chances of wounding an animal you won't recover are far too high, speaking as an experienced hunter. But who am I to comment

 

[deputyrpa]

Define long range, what's the ethical limits? This individual is out at 1200 yards supposedly 'hunting' nah I don't think so. It's absurd to even suggest shooting at that distance your shot placement is good enough or the projectile residual energy is adequate? The variables here are myriad and the chances of wounding an animal you won't recover are far too high, speaking as an experienced hunter. But who am I to comment

Everyone has to determine their own ethical range limits, which include ballistics, the conditions, one's ability and especially one's failures.

 

[Pharmseller]

162 eldx, 7mm Rem Mag

One shot, he went maybe 20 feet.

We use the 150 eldx out of 7mm-08s for deer. Similar experiences.




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[Pharmseller]

Same combo a couple of years later, 425 yards if memory serves. Notice the entrance wound. She dropped and I mean right now.

Destroyed the leg bone just below the shoulder knuckle. Blew threw both lungs and lodged under the hide. Fantastic performance.



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[deputyrpa]

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Same combo a couple of years later, 425 yards if memory serves. Notice the entrance wound. She dropped and I mean right now.

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Destroyed the leg bone just below the shoulder knuckle. Blew threw both lungs and lodged under the hide. Fantastic performance.



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I have to admit, that's impressive performance - both the ELD-X and you!

 

[sierracharlie338]

They work fine for me. Not an Elk but not small game either. 180 yard shot, 143 ELD-x. No tracking required.

Axis meat is top notch!

Annnnnnd now you have to share details of that rifle!

 

[Pharmseller]

I have to admit, that's impressive performance - both the ELD-X and you!

Handloads, a steady rest, and a Tikka.

And practice. Lots of practice.




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[deputyrpa]

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Handloads, a steady rest, and a Tikka.

And practice. Lots of practice.




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Exactly, with lots of practice from field positions. Except I have a Savage UL / Proof Research with the bolt is on the wrong side. LOL!.

Five-shot group, sitting off a BOG Havoc tripod, at 591 yards - cold shot is where my finger is.

 

[Takman]

175 ELDX @ 2885 from 7 PRC. 319 yards. High shoulder. Barely see entrance and no exit. Trotted 10 yards and down he went. No fuss. Upon inspection bullet fragmented into lungs. First and only experience.

 

[Roland Baker]

175 ELDX @ 2885 from 7 PRC. 319 yards. High shoulder. Barely see entrance and no exit. Trotted 10 yards and down he went. No fuss. Upon inspection bullet fragmented into lungs. First and only experience.

That's a fine bull sir!