Is 150gr Just To Much For 270WSM

[Jason Snyder]

With the Barnes, the 140 would be the "heavy" bullet for that caliber. The reason is that they are pure copper, so not as dense. Thus the bullets are longer relative to lead core bullets at an equivalent weight. Also, weight retention is VERY high (think 95% plus), so you don't have to worry about loss of mass. I shoot 150 grainers out of my 30-06, 85 grainers out of my .243, and 185 grainers out of my .333-06.

One of the biggest pluses with the Barnes in my experience is the negligible meat loss. No worries about lead fragments in the meat I'm eating either.

 

[Mad Mountain Mike]

This thread has been a wealth of info for me, I thank you guys for taking the time to share your knowledge. Jason how do you think the Barnes would perform in a defensive situation, say stopping a aggressive g-bear?

 

[Jason Snyder]

They aren't going to penetrate as well as a solid bullet designed for dangerous game, but I don't think they are going to bounce off either. I've found them to penetrate very well, and expand very reliably.