accubond or partition

[Guest]

Which performs best. I read the Partition frontal fragments. From the looks of the AccuBond it looks like it would holds up better.

 

[Richracer1]

I won't vote, but I will say I primarily use ABs. I like have the flight characteristics of the BT and the penetration characteristics of the Partition all in one bullet, the AB. So far I haven't found an AB that wouldn't shoot well from any of my rifles.

 

[JD338]

It depends on the application, both are excellent bullets but they are designed for different jobs. The Partition is designed to loose the front core. This is what causes a massive wound channel, shredding tissue in its path.
No vote here.

JD338

 

[DrMike]

This question is not well thought out. The question is asked, "Which performs best?" However, that is like asking which tastes better, elk or moose?

I won't vote on this as each bullet does a fine job fulfilling the role intended by the separate designs. Each fills a different niche. I'd be poorer without this choice.

 

[Guest]

This question is not well thought out. The question is asked, "Which performs best?" However, that is like asking which tastes better, elk or moose?

I won't vote on this as each bullet does a fine job fulfilling the role intended by the separate designs. Each fills a different niche. I'd be poorer without this choice.

From what I heard ....Moose.

 

[longwinters]

Both bullets have given me fine accuracy out of all of my hunting rifles. Both give good penetration and good blood trails. I use a lot more Accubonds but only because they are cheaper than the Partitions.

Long

 

[FOTIS]

No vote either. Both are superb performers. My rifle decides.

 

[sask boy]

I was to hasty and should not have voted as I would never not use either bullet. In fact they are to only 2 bullets I load.

Blessings,
Dan

 

[russ808]

Both are great. I use both. End of story.

 

[Thebear_78]

I would say that the Partition is better when trying to stretch a cartridge uses. Such as deer with a .223 or large deer/carabou with a 6mm. When used with generally accepted game like deer with a 7mm or 30 cal The Partition will be the go to when penetration is key.

 

[Guest]

JD338 stated that the Partition is designed that the front end is supposed to fall off during expansion. I looked on the website and found nothing that explained this. Any comments?

 

[JD338]

JD338 stated that the Partition is designed that the front end is supposed to fall off during expansion. I looked on the website and found nothing that explained this. Any comments?

I took a quick look on the web site and did not see it but it is referenced in the Nosler reloading guides. Take a look in RG #6 pg 2 of the Forward written by John Barsness.

JD338

 

[Guest]

JD338 stated that the Partition is designed that the front end is supposed to fall off during expansion. I looked on the website and found nothing that explained this. Any comments?

I took a quick look on the web site and did not see it but it is referenced in the Nosler reloading guides. Take a look in RG #6 pg 2 of the Forward written by John Barsness.

JD338

I'll take your word for it. I don't have a Nosler reloading guide, though.
While I have you here... Will the 130 Partition 270 do a bear in? Through a shoulder to the vitals? Say 100 to 300 yards?

 

[DrMike]

To be precise, JD338 did not say the front core falls off, he said the "Partition is designed to loose the front core." Energy is expended and and frontal area is also expanded, just as the bullet is designed to do, causing massive tissue damage and hydrostatic shock.

longranger,

Have you used either the Partition or the AccuBond in a hunting situation? The hunting fraternity has clearly embraced the Partition over a period of decades. If there is systematic failure of the bullet, then hunters have entered into a universal conspiracy of silence. However, the bottom line is that the design is excellent and the Partition works. Likewise, the AccuBond rapidly continues to gain fans because it works.

 

[sask boy]

Hey DrMike, this is off subject. I was wondering if you got out this past week for anything?


Blessings,
Dan

PS. I have shot Bear with my 270 in 130gr. part. but it was less than 50yards from a tree stand. At that distance I never had a problem and I never found the bullet either.

 

[Guest]

To be precise, JD338 did not say the front core falls off, he said the "Partition is designed to loose the front core." Energy is expended and and frontal area is also expanded, just as the bullet is designed to do, causing massive tissue damage and hydrostatic shock.

longranger,

Have you used either the Partition or the AccuBond in a hunting situation? The hunting fraternity has clearly embraced the Partition over a period of decades. If there is systematic failure of the bullet, then hunters have entered into a universal conspiracy of silence. However, the bottom line is that the design is excellent and the Partition works. Likewise, the AccuBond rapidly continues to gain fans because it works.

No I haven't use either, that's why I am pumping you guys with questions to see how good these bullets really are. Even though you have used them, that doesn't mean to me, that they are like a swift bullet or a speer grand slam. Don't get me wrong... I'm not doubting the integrity
written about these pills, BUT what they say on paper and what they actually do in the feild are two different things. My question is this...
How can a bullet that seperates during it's path continue to do it's job?
ESPECIALLY if it hits bone , say from a front quartering shoulder shot.

Can you tell me that quarry after quarry this bullet took your game no matter what shot was presented, especially the front quartering shoulder shot at say 100-300 yards, with 130 grain, .277?

 

[JD338]

To be precise, JD338 did not say the front core falls off, he said the "Partition is designed to loose the front core." Energy is expended and and frontal area is also expanded, just as the bullet is designed to do, causing massive tissue damage and hydrostatic shock.

longranger,

Have you used either the Partition or the AccuBond in a hunting situation? The hunting fraternity has clearly embraced the Partition over a period of decades. If there is systematic failure of the bullet, then hunters have entered into a universal conspiracy of silence. However, the bottom line is that the design is excellent and the Partition works. Likewise, the AccuBond rapidly continues to gain fans because it works.

No I haven't use either, that's why I am pumping you guys with questions to see how good these bullets really are. Even though you have used them, that doesn't mean to me, that they are like a swift bullet or a speer grand slam. Don't get me wrong... I'm not doubting the integrity
written about these pills, BUT what they say on paper and what they actually do in the feild are two different things. My question is this...
How can a bullet that seperates during it's path continue to do it's job?
ESPECIALLY if it hits bone , say from a front quartering shoulder shot.

Can you tell me that quarry after quarry this bullet took your game no matter what shot was presented, especially the front quartering shoulder shot at say 100-300 yards, with 130 grain, .277?

Look at the design of the bullet! The Partition in the jacket retains the rear core for weight and penetration. I have used the Partition with 100% success for over 30 years. I have killed countless deer, antelope, bear, and elk with the PT, it works and it works very well. I have also obtained excellent accuracy, several calibers and weights going under .5" at 100 yds.
The PT is the benchmark by which ALL bullets are compared to.

We all here know if you try the PT, you will be very pleased with the results. :wink:

JD338

 

[Antelope_Sniper]

I've used both, and I did vote. AccuBond. It's a 60 year newer technology. I think Nolser learned a few things in 60 years. If I was limited to being able to shoot only one bullet design, it would be the AccuBond.

 

[Guest]

you're selling me bro..... I just called a gun shop and they have the 150's
PT.

Sold!! to an A- meri - can!!! Man... who cares if the front end drop out...
the rear end is still kickin' ass... duh.. I weighed a 100 grain PT and it held at 80% even though the lead poped off like yours... I was supposed
the bullet failed, but heck it retain most of it's weight. A true hallmark!

I miss things sometimes... sorry if I tried your paitents.

 

[sask boy]

If you take a look on the forum, you will see my bull I took this year at over 300yards with a 130gr. AB now it was not quartering away or anything but the bullet went through the boiler room and lodged in the opposite shoulder.
Bullet went in at 130gr. found @109grs.
I will take a photo and see if one of the guys will post it.
I have been using either Partitions or Accubonds for over 30 years mostly Partitions until last 3 years.
I have shot every big game animal in Saskatchewan except a Caribou with 270 win and a Partition and call it lucky I have never lost one that I shot.
I have taken mostly Whitetail and here in Saskatchewan a average buck is over 200lbs. and I have been fortunate enough to have a number that have dressed over 200lbs.

I have a number of friends that have switched from every kind of bullet to Nosler after hunting with me.
I have never used another grain of bullet in my 270 other than a 130gr. as I am a firm believer that every caliber has a pet grain of bullet and a 270 win's is the 130.

Blessings,
Dan