I am likely splitting hairs on this question, but I am curious what you all think. Knowing the characteristics of both Barnes X bullets and Nosler partitions, what do you think would make a better elk round for a 338-06 imp�����.185 XLC or 210 partition?
Me thinks I can get the XLS�s to shoot between 2900 and 3000 fps in a 338-06 imp and the 210 partitions over 2800 fps. The XLC�s seem to have a better B.C. at .437, the 210 partition has a B.C. of .400. Therefore, the XLC should have a better trajectory due to a higher a �starting� muzzle velocity and better B.C., but, what about penetration? What bullet will handle a big heavy elk shoulder the best? Has anybody used 185 .338 bullets on elk size game? If so, what kind of performance have you had?
Ted
