I use the 180's for deer in all of my 338's (330 Dakota, 338 WM, 338 Lapua, and 338x284). I normally shoot deer behind the shoulder, which will cause bruising to rib meat, which I don't save anyway.
Just what I do, go for what you're comfortable with.
Jim
Actualy the 8mm has a larger selection of bullet weights, 125gr to 250grs, with a brass solid in the later.
Hello all,
I'm new here, and a big 338 fan. I don't want to start out arguing but, the 338 can be had in weights from 160 (Barnes) to 300 (Sierra and Woodleigh).
The 8mm is a nice...