Thanks for the input.

200's aren't really in the running as they go (IMHO) beyond what is needed for the range of game.

If the construction is the same between the 2....which is really one of my major questions as johnw kinda hit on......then, BMT hit the important point with the shot distance and shooter's ability.

Assuming the shooter is up to it, at what range will the trajectory differences between the 165 and 180 really come into play?

Again, is the construction between the 2 the same, or is the 180 actually constructed "tougher" rather than just "heavier"? I don't know so I have to ask.

Thanks,

JCM