I would choose the 120 TTSX @ 3250 fps of the two loads offered. Personal preference - if I can have a TTSX in a caliber, thats my default. Have seen them work in 6mm, 6,5 mm, 7 mm, .308, 8 mm, 9,3 mm on critters from roebuck to brown bear (just the 9,3 :-)
How do I feel about the 6,5 SAUM with Barnes TTSX 120 @ 3250 as an elk rifle? I feel, I could get it done, but it would not be my choice for an outfitted, once-in-a-life govenours tag elk hunt nor a rations late season OTC any sex hunt.
Anything will work, when things go right - I just like a bigger hole in the hide for added insurance of a proper blood trail, when things go wrong.
My two cents. Good luck with your choice.
