6mm /.243 hunting success on Big Game

[gman82001]

This is my first thought as well. I check and drill every Berger I use.

Sorry for the dumb question but the berger classic hunter shot very well in my 1-8 tikka so I built a load with that but haven’t killed with it yet, what is drilling the bullet?

 

[Undrgrndprdcts]

Sorry for the dumb question but the berger classic hunter shot very well in my 1-8 tikka so I built a load with that but haven’t killed with it yet, what is drilling the bullet?

Basically using a tiny drill bit of the correct size to ensure no material, copper or otherwise, is clogging the tip. You aren't really removing much, if any, material per say. You are just ensuring a uniform, open center that will more reliably ensure expansion initiation.