My short barreled Ruger shoots Hornady 139 grainers very accurately (American Whitetail w/ the Interlock) ---- I haven't shot any animals with them.
I CAN tell there is definitely more recoil with the 140s than the 120 grain Nosler Ballistic Tips that I also shoot. You can get loaded ammo in 120 grain Bal Tips from the Nosler Pro Shop and they would be fine for your wife's uses. They ARE expensive, though.
Last edited by LarryfromBend; 02/29/16.
