A thousand yard shot around here crosses over land owned by 3 or 4 different people, none of which want other people killing "their deer" on their land. I might get a 400 yard shot if I hunt on my FIL's farm, but that would be a rarity. So I suppose 400 yards is a practical limit for me. I tend to choose heavy-for-caliber cup/core bullets for my standard (non-magnum) rifles. The combination of moderate velocity, high mass to feed the mushroom, and higher BC tend to perform consistently near and far. I really like 175gr Hornady Interlock spitzers from my 7x57 at 2400-2500-something fps. They hit like a freight train and perform consistently.
Don't get me wrong, I understand others have their own preferences. That's one advantage of modern bullet technologies - choices. Whatever you like, practice with it and get good. The game deserves it.
Our God reigns. Harrumph!!! I often use quick reply. My posts are not directed toward any specific person unless I mention them by name.
