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160 Grns Barnes TSX bullets on game

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12Gauge:
Has anyone ever use Barnes TSX bullets for elk, deer, or any big game?  If so, how did the bullet perform and how about meat damage?

I am planning on using a 160 grn TSX bullet on elk out of a 7X57 mauser, with 45.5 grns of IMR 4831 it should push about 2440 fps.  Your thoughts?

MHWASH:
I have been using the 140TSX in my 7 mag.  Shot one cow elk and a deer with it. In my opinion you would not be gaining much going with the 160. The 140 will give you a little better trajectory.

bobcat:
With the Barnes tsx I would prefer to go with a lighter bullet than if I were shooting a conventional bullet, as they do need some velocity to reliably open up. Starting out at only 2400 fps is just too slow. In a 7mm Mag. the 160 would be a good choice, but in the 7x57 I would definitely go with the 140 grain bullet. With them being 100% copper they do not come apart like other bullets, so the lighter weight bullet will do just fine. With that combination, you will do great. I have used 140 grain Barnes bullets out of my 270 Win. for a few elk and they are great. Won't ever use anything else. Meat damage? There won't be any, so no need to worry about that.

12Gauge:
Sounds like I should go with the 140 grain bullets.  Great recommendation guys, thanks.

Gutpile:
Barnes used to recommend shooting "light for caliber" bullets.

.308 - 30-06 the norm for deer is 150 grains. They recommend 130 grains
.270  normally a 130 grainers but barnes says 110 grns.

And so on. I say "used to" because that was in the old reloading book, but I'm all but positive they havent changed there recomendation.

I just worked up a 130 grain load for my 30-06 and it's a sizzler. Can't wait to use it on a deer.

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