On the other hand more petals means they are less resistant to shedding than the heavier 4 petal design. Just playing devils advocate as like others I have caught few Barnes and no Hornaday or Noslers so far. Barnes does use more petals on their muzzle loading and pistol bullets and a few others like for slower velocity cartridges.

I think Hammer has combined the best of all the monos into their design. The relief groove or driving bands are tapered on the ogive side for less wind resistance, most have six petals, the BC on their heavier bullets is pretty good for not having a polymer or other tip. Most reports are they are extremely reliable.

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