Accubond or Partition for Elk out of the 270 WSM?

[quarterbore]

Thoughts? I would have said PT hands down before reading some of these posts about the AB's, but now not so sure it's that simple.

 

[jbdre]

I haven't taken an Elk with an AccuBond but I can assure you that a Partition works wonders in a .270 Winchester. Elk are big tough animals and can get into some really rough places if you don't get them down quick. I don't see any way the AccuBond can out perform the Partition for this though the AccuBond has been a tremendous performer for me on Mule Deer. On Elk I want every edge I can get so I now usually use a .338 Win. Mag. stuffed with Partitions.

 

[Accubond Believer]

jbdre -

The wife shoots a .270 Win - I developed an accurate load with the 140 ballistic tip - after a couple of seasons of killing things she determined that she didn't like how the bullet worked on big game. I switched to the 140 gr. Partition with same everything else - she loves it. I have used the 160 gr. AccuBond in my .280 AI for two hunting seasons It is the best "cross breed" between a ballistic tip and a Partition.

Having said all of the above - which ever bullet is most accurate between the Partition and the AccuBond is the one I would use. You will not have a performance problem with either. Just my two cents of advise.

Steve D. the HP

 

[jbdre]

I agree with you. the AccuBond is probably fine for Elk. I just haven't used it for that purpose - yet. I hear nothing but good things about the bullet though and others report success on Elk with it.

 

[remingtonman_25_06]

Both bullets are only suppose to retain about 60-65% weight retention. The Partition, mostly noted for a strong stout bullet, actually loses half its weight among initial impact anyways. Its designed to do that, while the rear core still penetrates. The AccuBond is bonded and therefor holds together just as well, maybe 5% less then the Partition. It all boils down to which bullet will shoot better out of your rifle, and which one you feel confident in. Although on elk, .75" groups with an AB, or 1 inch groups with a Partition, ITs not going to matter because the size of the vitals are at least 12". Either load is adequate out to 500 yards with those size of groups at 100 yards, given everythign else is equal and you shoot them out to your max intended range. Usually 1 inch groups at 100 yards, will translate into 5-6 inch groups at 500 yards. Still plenty good for elk. I have used the 200g AB in my 300 RUM with great results on elk. They penetrate great, and expand great. Even going through shoulders, I dont think I'll ever find a bullet. I worked up very accurate load out of my 25-06 and the 110g AB, but I tried a wildcat bullet this recent year instead. I'll try the 110g AB this coming year, if I get time off from the ARMY that is

 

[JD338]

I would say PT because of the heavier 150 gr and 160 gr offerings.
If you are only going to take broadside shots, the lighter 140 gr AB should be a fine choice.

JD338

 

[Reloder28]

The Accubonds cannot be beat. I don't see any of us driving them so fast so as to turn them inside out. They hit their mark accurately, expand, stay together, penetrate & exit. What more do we need. I would not use them on a Cape Buffalo or Elephant.....but then, I have yet to meet either of those that intended me any harm in my East Texas hunting lease.

Most PT fans are dyed-in-the-wool faithful to their use. I have killed critters with PT's.

I think I'll use the Accubonds exsclusively now.

 

[FOTIS]

Let your rifle decide.
Whichever it shoots more accurately.

 

[Richracer1]

I have a 270 WSM that I have developed loads for the 140AB and the 150/160 Part. I typically use the AB in CA hunting hogs and deer. I use the 160 part when I go to Idaho for Elk/deer/bear. No before I get flamed, I also have a 338 WM that can utilize 210/250 part and the 225 AB that comes with (mostly for bear). Last fall, my "little" 270 WSM loaded with 160 part dropped my first cow elk ever. Nice broadside hit about 75 - 100 yds out. She went about 50 yds then dropped dead right off the trail. Here are my loads for my 270 WSM:
140 AB - 61.5gn of RL-19
150 & 160 PT - 59gn of H4831SC
All my loads utilitze Fed 215M primers.

 

[quarterbore]

RR1 - Thanks for the load data. I also have larger medicine for elk, but I have gotten really comfortable shooting the 270wsm. I kow this is enough gun for the job given any reasonable range, as long as the shooter and projectile do their part. That said, I think I'll work up some AB and PT loads and let the rifle decide as a previous poster recommended. Thanks for the input.

 

[Richracer1]

RR1 - Thanks for the load data. I also have larger medicine for elk, but I have gotten really comfortable shooting the 270wsm. I kow this is enough gun for the job given any reasonable range, as long as the shooter and projectile do their part. That said, I think I'll work up some AB and PT loads and let the rifle decide as a previous poster recommended. Thanks for the input.

This is what I did. Those loads I mentioned are below Nosler published maximums. Just for gee whiz info, I switched to Fed 215Ms and started over with 150/160 PTs loads. The 150 went from 56.5 gn H4831SC (WLRM primed) to 59gn H4831SC (Fed 215M). Point of impact changed, but I got more velocity and similar grouping. The 160 pt load stayed the same at 59gn H4831SC with the switch, but grouping got better. Good luck