I haven't, but I think it's a good bet that Nosler has. Are they in the habit of putting out crappola and lying (excessively) about it?
No - Nosler has a great reputation, so I expect that they have done extensive testing. However,
1. I've seen data indicating their advertised ballistic coefficients may be a little overly optimistic as a general rule (or possibly that they use the best, not average, BC for a given range of velocities).
2. Also, their advertised optimum impact velocity range for the new bullets of 1300 fps to "unlimited" max is VERY different than anything I've ever seen before. That would be a minimum impact velocity 500 to 600 fps below most every other rifle bullet on the market, including Nosler's hunting bullets.
If the new bullets do what Nosler says they can do, and are accurate (precise on target), the new bullets will be the new platinum standard for premium bullets for anybody who thinks they might shoot farther than 300 - 400 yards.
