220 Berger hybrids vs 230 Berger hybrids

[westcoasthunter]

I have a 300 Sherman I have the 230 hybrids but was wonder what's your thoughts on the 220 hybrids vs 230hybrids? This will be for a hunting rifle out to 1000yards from deer, bear and elk

 

[codyadams]

If I recall, the 220's are pointed, which generally all but completely closes off the hollow point. So if you did use them for hunting, you may want to at least drill them out slightly larger to ensure expansion and prevent a pencil wound.

 

[Montucky Roamer]

Yeah they are close to basically a pointed 215. May as well use a 215 or 230 instead of paying extra for a pointed bullet then un-pointing, or so it it seems.

 

[shooters]

Anymore info on this? Like to see if anyone has experience with the 220's on game.

 

[7.62 Gunner]

Yep I killed a bull at 300 yards with a 220 last fall, he died quick with internals torn up in classic Berger fashion.
I also shot a buck with the 220 lrht at around 530 yards, total mush inside and it left a 2' wide blood trail.
I've done expansion tests out to 1300 yards and they're opening up more consistently than 180 hybrids, no need to mess with the tips these expand by collapsing in on itself

 

[Montucky Roamer]

I've heard the same in a few places. Good to hear they kill. Thanks

 

[7.62 Gunner]

I've heard the same in a few places. Good to hear they kill. Thanks

Yeah I have no complaints but I decided to run with 225 eldms this season just to get more data on them

 

[Mike D Texas]

I haven't tried the LRHT on game yet but when I do I will use a welding torch tip cleaner to ensure the tips are open. May not be necessary but makes me feel better.