Originally Posted by DouginLa
Which bullet would be best for shots under 75yds out of modern rifle in 45-70 going in the 2000fps range. The Hornady FTX 325 flex tip, or the Hornady Mono Tip 250gr flex tip? Don't know anything about flex tips. At 75yds they will all be minute of heart.

Thanks.
Doug


I did quite a bit of reading on the flex tips some time ago and read about them coming apart pretty good at higher velocity. That said, I don't think any of the available bullets are wrong for chest shots on deer. Are you already set up for reloading?