When my daughters turned 12 I took them deer hunting with their 243s. I had purchased some Federal Premium loaded with Barnes 85gr TSX.
I was worried as I wasn't sure what to expect with both their reactions and the 243 with a 85gr bullet.
I shouldn't have worried, they shot great and the deer died quickly, as quick as with any other caliber/bullet. We've never recovered a bullet. I'm a believer in that Barnes.
If I only had a 243 and needed to kill an elk, I'd be confident in that TSX.
I've heard great things about the Siera Game King 85gr BTHP.
Last edited by AB2506; 02/25/20.
