Tell ya I don't know which states do or don't, but have taken many elk with Barnes tax and tipped tax bullets. They are solid copper and loaded factory in quite a few factory loads. Don't have to sweat a minor detail and you can focus on others.
I bought a knock off from Amazon a few years ago. It might weigh a little more but I paid around $100 for it. Dunno if this helps you or not. Good luck finding what you need.
I have personally seen this mule in the mountains riding packing and being caught. This guy here is 💯% A+ in my book, I can vouche for him and the seller. I just wish I personally had the funds to get him for myself.
Anything with windstopper is a go. And layer with a good down mid. I suggest any brands, and watch for sales and deals, because they do get spendy. I also prefer t add a Merino layer as well. I too love my jet stream, but also love my Yukon kuiu.
I have hunted elk almost every year for 18 years. With that said my success rate on cow hunting is around 90%, all firearm and mainly public or walk in access.
For bulls my success is drastically less. Most of this is due to me being highly picky and trophy hunting. I would say I have hunted...