Hammer vs Barnes question???

[Addicting]

I've internally debated whether all-coppers are better suited for breaking down bone structure rather than punching holes in squishy organs. My standard aiming point is just behind the shoulder but I'm considering moving forward and up to break the scapula or lower to center punch the heart.

Not all coppers, the LRX I use now will liquidate internal organs without hitting a rib. It will leave a quarter to half dollar sized exit and blood trail. Each manufacturer’s composite of copper is different and so are the results.

 

[Elktrack]

I've shot and like both Barnes and Hammer bullets. They are the only hunting bullets that I use in my .300 Wby and .375 RUM.

What are you shooting in the 375?

 

[std7mag]

I've internally debated whether all-coppers are better suited for breaking down bone structure rather than punching holes in squishy organs. My standard aiming point is just behind the shoulder but I'm considering moving forward and up to break the scapula or lower to center punch the heart.

The Hammer or Cutting Edge will work fine if not going through heavy bone.
They are both designed to go in about 3", then the petals open and shear off, radiating outwards.
Essentially turning one bullet into 5, or 7.

But I've shot through the front leg bone with a 115gr, 25 caliber and 140gr & 168gr 7mm Berger VLD bullets.
While breaking the bone, they still did a lot of internal damage!
With the lighter weight bullets, I did notice that they didn't penetrate quite as deep.
Deer still died within 20 yards.