I got my first 300WM back in the late 90's. First used 180 NBT (when they were softer) took an antelope doe at 344 long steps. Then shot a 3pt Mule Deer about 75yds, really came apart, so then went to the Barnes 180 XBT. 76gr R22 was pure poison. Used that load for years, mine and other rifles. Between me and my friends, we killed over 30 head of Plains game (on four trips) with that combo.
Last year, I tried out the Barnes 175 LRX with 73gr R23, shot a cow elk right at 100yds. Opened well through the ribs, left a silver dollar sized exit. I love it. So now, with another new Mesa on hand I am using the 175 LRX exclusively. I like it that it is soft enough to open up close w/o blowup. I am settling down awhile with this one. I like the 200 NAB in the 300 RUM.
