I'm not an expert by any means. There are lots of members here that are far more experienced in LRH and reloading than I will ever be. When I decided to start reloading, I searched far and wide to pick up the desired components for the three calibers I own. And probably spent more than I should have. That said, it was this forum that I discovered Hammer bullets. So I purchased some of those. I planned on testing all types of bullets - Partitions, Sciroccos, Accubonds, CTs, TTSC, ELDX, and lastly Hammers. Based upon what other members were using, and some PM advice (thank you, Butter Bean) not to mention Steve at Hammer, I started with the Hammer Hunters. I primarily meat hunt, and that is the main reason I started with them. Using recommended twist data, I was very surprised at the accuracy from the get go. So much so, that I have not loaded any of the others as of yet. I planned to use these loads on an Antelope and Elk hunt this year, but unfortunately the draw gods were not with me. So unfortunately I will not be able to post results on their effectiveness this year. I do have a hog hunt planned in late November, so that will be a good opportunity to see how well they work. If they perform as well as they do accuracy wise, I can see no reason to look further. Prior to reloading, I always used Nosler Partitons in a factory load, and was never disappointed in their performance. But I like the idea of non lead, and for the hog hunt in the Peoples Republik of Kalifornia, leaves me no choice other than copper. I'm not a "fan boy" and will shoot whatever proves to be the most efficient in my rifles. But I like what I see so far.
I regards to some members that for whatever reason seem to dislike anything Hammer - the solution is easy. Skip it. I'm not a Creedmore or PRC guy - which I'm sure are very fine calibers - I'm not interested, so I just don't open those topics. Pretty simple really. No sense in getting all twisted up over it. There are plenty of other topics here to enjoy. And thanks to all of you for the information you post here. I have learned things from you that would have taken extensive time and money to 'learn the hard way." Blessings to you all.
to make sure load development is done safely with YOUR specific rifle and not rely upon a specific load posted. Use standard ladder load development approach and you will be fine developing loads with Hammers. You will also save on components since you will see fast if the powder will generate the velocities you want to achieve.
. But I wouldn't take an end to end shot on any game animal when I'm hunting so its not really a good test of the bullet for me.
