Whenever I get geared up for a longer shot I usually end up with an Elk at bow ranges. So don't discount close range performance. I think the verdict is still out on the Nosler ABLR for close in shots. I am going to try them in the 6.5 Swede first before I commit to them for anything else.

All the other suggestions should work fine near or far.


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