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Frankg: I was referring to feral hogs (we got lots of 'em). Haven't ever fired in anger at a groundhog. Sounds like fun, though! Jim

I have been using the 140 SST in my 264 this year for deer and hogs. Performance has been excellent. But you guys have about convinced me that I need to try the MK's I have a box of 6.5MM 140 gr SMK's. Would they be ok, or do I need the 142 gr MK's? Thanks, Jim

just sold a M70 225 Varmit. Still have a M70 std rifle (made in '64). Wish I hadn't sold it. Very accurate, great caliber. Wish I could help, but I understand why you might like to buy one! Where in Illinois do you live? Jim

Re: Problems with the 6.5 140 and 142\'s on critters I suggest you try the 140 gr SST. I've taken 2 bucks and 2 hogs with it. Expansion, penetration and accuracy were excellent. Jim

Re: Why isn\'t this bullet? WB: I agree with you regarding the 6.5 140 SST. I have taken 2 whitetail bucks and 2 hogs in the last week with a 264 WM. Expansion, penetration, and accuracy were all excellent. Think I have found my bullet for the 264. Have also had good success with the 154...

S1. I'm pretty new to this but it's clear that you are a veteran. What is the "Black Star craze". I had a 243 rebarrelled by Black Star a number of years ago. It never shot up to par and I finally sold it. Does Black Star still exist? What was their problem? Thanks for all your help!!

Thanks for the response, guys. It does seem to have been a hot topic of discussion. Guess you just gotta reseach, experiment and reach your own conclusion. But then, that's what makes it interesting!!

I'm new to this board and from what I've read, I'm really a piker compared to you all when it comes to long range shooting. This issue has probably been discussed ad nauseum before, but I have a question that I hope someone will help with. Sounds like that Sierra Match Kings may be the...