Originally Posted by LBP
I've been using my 223's for several seasons now on deer with several different bullets.

I've used TSX's, Sciroccos, Partitions, Power Points, Sierra Gamekings (55 & 65) and the Sierra 63 gr SMP.

I've noticed on broadside shots that the Sierras, Partition and Power Points kill much quicker with more internal damage.

What do you guys think are the TSX's and Sciroccos to tough for broadside shots?


Why do you tempt fate with your consecutive list of kills by continuing to "experiement?"

Pick ONE BULLET and stick with it!

I've only killed three deer with the .223, and two deer with the .220 Swift,

but if it was me,
I'd pick the 70 grain Speer,
or the 64grn Winchester,
or the 60grn Partition

and limit my shots to 200 yards and under,

picking the one bullet I had had the best success with,
and can still buy readily for handloading.

Call it good and GO HUNT!