I have used a 6.5x284 on elk (5 so far) and good shot placement none have gone over 50 yards..I'm considering using a 140vld in my 6.5x284 at 2997 FPS for my elk hunt this fall. I'm someone who believes in shooting vitals regardless of bullet but obviously not all shots are perfect. I'm curious to hear from those who've shot lighter weight bergers and had them hit leg bone or shoulder. I want to know if they are able to punch through a heavy elk leg or shoulder bone before fragmenting. Thanks in advance!
My wife got a cow elk at 962Yards it broke the solder on the in-going side and a hole in the other solder and stopped under the hide and it never took a step..+ I took my Moose at 644 yards with one shot as well..