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<blockquote data-quote="rscott5028" data-source="post: 452601" data-attributes="member: 24624"><p>Heavier, faster, more frontal surface area equates to hitting harder. ...at least by one definition. However, expansion plays a huge role in creating surface area. But, proper expansion varies greatly depending on bullet construction, impact velocity and the target. </p><p> </p><p>Regardless, lethality is all about damage to vital tissue and organs whether that be thru (a) shot placement, (b) energy transfered, or (c) hydrostatic shock. </p><p> </p><p>A 22LR to the spine at the base of the skull will drop most animals faster than a 338 thru the shoulders. </p><p> </p><p>There's a lot of room for error with soft skinned game. So, lots of calibers are effective. For tougher targets and especially dangerous game, it's best to stack the odds in your favor. </p><p> </p><p>As others have already stated... match the right ammo to your objective. </p><p> </p><p>--Richard</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="rscott5028, post: 452601, member: 24624"] Heavier, faster, more frontal surface area equates to hitting harder. ...at least by one definition. However, expansion plays a huge role in creating surface area. But, proper expansion varies greatly depending on bullet construction, impact velocity and the target. Regardless, lethality is all about damage to vital tissue and organs whether that be thru (a) shot placement, (b) energy transfered, or (c) hydrostatic shock. A 22LR to the spine at the base of the skull will drop most animals faster than a 338 thru the shoulders. There's a lot of room for error with soft skinned game. So, lots of calibers are effective. For tougher targets and especially dangerous game, it's best to stack the odds in your favor. As others have already stated... match the right ammo to your objective. --Richard [/QUOTE]
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