I just killed a spike bull at 740 with a 142smk with a mv of 2950. My rifle is 6.5-06, but I thought I would share performance data. This is the 4th elk I have killed at similar range and all have been bang flops. This last bull penciled through on side scapula destroyed the lungs, and broke offside shoulder with the bullet coming to rest under the hide offside. The bullet spit the core but the jacket made the whole trip. I can offer some pics if you are considering the smk.

Originally Posted by BrentD

I would not buy something that runs on any kind of primer given the possibility of primer shortages and even regulations. In fact, why not buy a flintlock? Really. Rocks aren't going away anytime soon.