You’re correct, of course. I do find it absurd that some people are so heavily invested in their position that using a highly frangible .22 caliber bullet on elk is ideal. It’s not ideal, period. It works, but there is very little room for error. It’s not optimal or ideal. I suspect a lot more elk are wounded with them than their proponents will ever admit.
Larger caliber bullets that are heavier and more stoutly constructed also work, and they work well in far more circumstances. Thus, they are a more optimal choice than a specialized bullet that is being used at the far end of its capabilities. But the .22 caliber frangible fanboys are so invested in their position that most of them can’t accept that it’s not the best choice when hunting elk.
. I like big bullets and cartridges with the best of them. But won’t deny the effectiveness of frangible, heavy for caliber smaller bullets going fast. They wreck shit.
