Recent content by smithsa

Sounds like a fun .284 Win setup. A 20–22" barrel with a 1:9–1:10 twist should comfortably handle 90–160gr bullets, and even 165–168s in some cases depending on the exact bullet length. Should end up pretty versatile for a “just for fun” build. Crossy Road

Sounds like a great save, the stir-fried broccoli with white rice is a solid swap, and glad the chicken turned out perfect monkey mart!

Nice setup and clear results, your testing method gives a solid comparison, and all three loads look suitable for deer at those distances.

In my opinion, the Hornady 212 Grain ELD-X bullets could be a solid choice for elk hunting, especially since they perform exceptionally well in my rifle, but I would recommend considering their performance at various distances before making a final decision.

Some suggestions for you to try Bullet Weight:55 gr FMJ Starting Load: 24.0 gr Max Load: 26.0 gr COAL: 2.250" smashy road