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The SST is similar in having the locking band, but the regular Interlocks don't have the poly tip acting as a wedge that accelerates expansion upon impact. Same difference between Ballistic Tips and the older design Nosler Solid Base boat tail.

Side question: Does your rifle like the regular 139 grain flat base Interlock? Or maybe the 154?

Keith,
What velocity are you getting with that load out of your 7mag? I was thinking of loading the 154's with IMR 4350, and I am hoping your load will help in figuring this thing out? And what percent of max is that?

I think this round would work well for coues deer that I hunt and maybe even mule deer if I ever rifle hunt them again.

Kique

A few years ago I talked to someone at Hornady about the SST. Their comment was that the jacket was a little thicker on the SST to counter the effects of the plastic tip. That was several years ago though.

139 SST 3043 fps out of my 280. Mule deer doe shot quartering on at 100-125 yds. Entered in front of the onside shoulder and exited behind the offside.Very accurate but a bit explosive for me.I guess it depends on how large of a hole you want.