I think they are underrated now and were probably overrated once upon a time. The design is sound and proven old technology. (1930's) Use a proper weight for the game, and the results will be at least adequate. AW
BTW,
Ed Matunas considered the 150 grain RN CoreLokt .270 a "universal" big game bullet and load 25 years ago in a reloading article.AW

Last edited by Adobe_Walls; 01/15/05.