09-08-2013, 04:59 PM
hm2 clark Wrote:joker31. Think about bullets this way. They come in (1) cheap lead tipped bullets (2) premium NBT SST and the like. And (3) Super premium like the Barnes. Most any "Hunting Bullet" with a sectional density of >.250 will work fine. That means 6.5 "hunting" bullets that are 120gr -129gr are the sweet spot for hunting if they are accurate enough in your rifle. I keep like 4000 Remington 120gr psp in the closet because I got them cheap and I know they kill hogs and deer well. I like the hornady 129gr spire point a little better. I shoot some of the premium bullets also, but its overkill for me because I dont shoot past 250 yards. "Target bullets" in the same weight are not good for hunting. Hope that helps.
For an 18in velocity becomes and issue so that becomes a factor in bullet choice. I don't think a 129gr bullet is the best choice for a 18in barrel.