When I mention ballistic reticles I’m referring to reticles such as the Leupy dots or B&C, Burris’s reticle on the FF II’s or the Maven reticle.
The reticles with a few dozen hash marks on them are plumb confusing.....
Takes extra time to figure out your "guess", too, if the range is in-between dots. Either way, compared to holding center reticle there is time spent looking at the reticle deciding where to hold, if using holdover.
Bottom line is, the time that passes between spotting an animal and killing it is comparable between holding and dialing, and dialing is more precise. Out to PBR holding center mass works. Beyond that, it's time to dial.
I will agree with bsa1917hunter that you have to be familiar and proficient with your gear, regardless. If using a system doesn't work well for a guy because he's unfamiliar or awkward with it, is not the fault of the system and says nothing about its inherent effectiveness.
