I think it would be pretty difficult to pick a bad .30 caliber deer bullet in weights from 150-180 grains. With cup and cores, I'd keep the impact velocity below 2800 or so if hunting for meat. Otherwise, load up and go hunting. Out of a .30-06, I've used 150 BTs, 150 Sierra Pro Hunters, 165 Sierra GameKings, and 180 Sierra round noses. From ranges of 35-230 yards they've all worked to perfection.

FWIW, for an all-around deer rig, I'm not sure there is anything better than a .30-06 with a 165 grainer at around 2800 fps.


Only a fool would sell an accurate .30-06