I used the 300gr .416 Raptor to follow up on a wounded 6.5' POW black bear that was running straight away after taking a shot from a 300 win mag. The bullet penetrated from the base of the tail and exited left chest. The bear dropped instantly at the shot and internal damage was extensive. Interestingly, I found 2 of the petals in the fatty layer under the hide on each of the bears shoulders.
Also used the 185gr .338 Copper Raptor in Africa from a 338 Win at 3050fps to take blue wildebeest, kudu, impala, blesbuck and waterbuck. All went down immediately at the shot and internal damage was absolutely incredible.
The best part is that both the 416 and 338 both shot the CEBs into one ragged hole. Given these tremendous experiences, I plan to shoot the 235gr ER Raptor from my 378 WBY at around 3200fps on my next trip to Africa in 2019. I would have zero concerns hunting game up to and including cape buffalo with the bullet.
Last edited by AK416; 03/16/17.
