I compared the down range velocities between the two 165gr, and 180gr, and the 180gr damn near catches up to the 165gr within 50fps at 300yds. Adhering to my heavy for caliber bullet philosophy I'd like to run the 180s.
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I'd suggest that you check out Dogzapper's experiences with this topic in
this thread.
Choose whatever weight shoots best in your rifle, even if it turns out to be 150's. If you truly feel that 15 or 30 grains of weight in a .30 caliber is gonna make the difference between taking an elk or losing it, you'll probably feel more comfortable with a barrel that's got a bigger hole down the middle of it.
Regardless of what bullet weight you end up choosing, if you can shoot well unsupported to 100 yards, & from field positions to 300, then all you'll need to worry about is actually FINDING an elk to shoot.
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