So I have never shot a deer beyond 200 yards as I never really hunted much where longer range was an option. Recently that has changed. I have access to a farm where deer are often 200-450 yards out. I know for some this is only intermediate range, and that is ok. My question is concerning the 165 Nosler Ballistic tip at those distances. Is it too hard a bullet to open up at 450 yards? At that point I am figuring I will be in the 2000 fps range. Would it be better to try and take out the shoulders at that range (more resistance) or would a "behind the shoulder shot" work just as well? Would specifically be interested in your experience with this particular bullet as I heard that Nosler beefed up the jackets on this particular bullet. Thanks!

......the occasional hunter wielding a hopelessly inaccurate rifle, living by the fantastical rule that this cartridge can deliver the goods, regardless of shot placement or rifle accuracy. The correct term for this is minute of ego.