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280 AI vs. 6.5 Sherman?
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<blockquote data-quote="Hand Skills" data-source="post: 2610528" data-attributes="member: 103303"><p>I have been using the 140gr Absolute in my .280 Rem (3240fps, 24"bbl) the last couple of years. </p><p></p><p>Results on game have been fantastic - massive internal trauma and yet very little meat damage. To me, Hammers seem to be in a class of their own.</p><p></p><p>Of all the Absolutes, that particular bullet seems to sacrifice very little BC relative to other Absolutes (which seem to take a bit of a hit in the BC department compared to Hammer Hunters of similar weight). </p><p></p><p>I'm not saying BC is a big deal, but out past 500 it can make a noticeable difference in retained velocity. </p><p></p><p>As a result, with my .280 I have been dual loading with 175gr Berger Elite Hunters for the longer opportunities.</p><p></p><p>Based on what I have seen with the 140's I wonder if the .277 156gr Hammer Hunter may offer even MORE consistent performance near to far. </p><p></p><p>In the constant quest to refine my skills and tools I decided to put together a .270WSM - wondering if I can realize not just a 1 gun, but a 1 bullet solution from Plains all the way to the Alpine.</p><p></p><p>Have you considered the 270 Sherman? I know you are a .270 fan, and I understand wanting something 'different'. </p><p></p><p>Ultimately this discussion amounts to splitting hairs, and what works best for my 'use case' might not be ideal for yours... Look forward to seeing what you come up with!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Hand Skills, post: 2610528, member: 103303"] I have been using the 140gr Absolute in my .280 Rem (3240fps, 24"bbl) the last couple of years. Results on game have been fantastic - massive internal trauma and yet very little meat damage. To me, Hammers seem to be in a class of their own. Of all the Absolutes, that particular bullet seems to sacrifice very little BC relative to other Absolutes (which seem to take a bit of a hit in the BC department compared to Hammer Hunters of similar weight). I'm not saying BC is a big deal, but out past 500 it can make a noticeable difference in retained velocity. As a result, with my .280 I have been dual loading with 175gr Berger Elite Hunters for the longer opportunities. Based on what I have seen with the 140's I wonder if the .277 156gr Hammer Hunter may offer even MORE consistent performance near to far. In the constant quest to refine my skills and tools I decided to put together a .270WSM - wondering if I can realize not just a 1 gun, but a 1 bullet solution from Plains all the way to the Alpine. Have you considered the 270 Sherman? I know you are a .270 fan, and I understand wanting something 'different'. Ultimately this discussion amounts to splitting hairs, and what works best for my 'use case' might not be ideal for yours... Look forward to seeing what you come up with! [/QUOTE]
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