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Barnes 160gr TSX (7MM Mag)
I took a 5 point moose at 375 with the 160gr solid copper hollow point. It was a double lung shot and it walked about 3 body lengths before falling. The slug broke through two ribs as well and was fully intact and was stuck in the hide on the opposite side. I have also taken Black bear, white...- Mnmt8
- Post #19
- Forum: Ammunition and Reloading
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Barnes 160gr TSX (7MM Mag)
Was about to mention the cup shaped tip of the slug after expansion. I think it creates more powerful streams of material as it passes through. The only caveats are that when there are cross winds it tends to get a bit wild at distance and you must be very careful not to deform the tip. The...- Mnmt8
- Post #18
- Forum: Ammunition and Reloading
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Barnes 160gr TSX (7MM Mag)
I just tested a bunch of different brands and loads in my slightly used (400rounds?) 7RM and found the old federal blue box was the constant winner in accuracy and price in 140g, 150gr and 160gr but settled for the Barnes because..., well..., it was #2 in accuracy and I just like hollow points...- Mnmt8
- Post #17
- Forum: Ammunition and Reloading
