What a memory you built! The pics of her and her big buck are delightful. Best post I've enjoyed in ages.

I have a question about the 80 grain GMX in .243: How big are the exit holes?

I use my .243 almost exclusively for calling larger predators like wolves and cougar, but once in awhile for deer and coyotes. I want one bullet for everything I may shoot and want exit holes to aid blood trailing but not very big exit holes in the hide. whistle You have real world experience with the 80 grain GMX, and I'd welcome comments from anyone who has shot game with that bullet, especially if anyone has shot coyote sized critters with it.