6.5mm bullet for Elk

omicron1792 · 2024-10-18T09:47:26-0600

Just used 140gr tipped fusion on elk. Got great results. Fusion is mentioned a lot by form as a great bullet, and new tip helps with longer shots and makes terminal ballistics even better.

I like how you get some fragmentation, but the shank travels deep. Best of both worlds.

ResearchinStuff · 2024-10-18T09:57:41-0600

6.5 Creedmoor/260 for Deer, Elk, and whatever else.....

Seeing that the 223 thread is such a success, I thought maybe I would start one for the Creedmoor/260. Seems like people are asking a lot about using them and various bullets, especially for elk. I've used mine for the last few years almost exclusively. I have some pics of bullet damage, albeit...

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Bigborealaska · 2024-10-18T10:37:29-0600

I loaded a 124 gr hammer with rl22 and got amazing groups out of it. Decided to shoot my elk with it a few years ago out of my 6.5 prc and the first shot was at 150 yards or so broadside and a good shot. Elk ran about 200 yards or so and sat down head still visible. There were some hunters hauling down a side road on a side by side and I didn't want them getting my elk so I shot her again at 100 or so yards in the neck and lights out. The bullet was devastating and when I field dressed her it ruined more meat than I thought so I changed my load up. I don't want to lose meat.