Spoor bullets

[ozyclint]

I became aware of these today and thought I'd share.
Interesting in that they are made in South Africa and that they combine a copper mono base and shank with a lead soft point for expansion. I guess the lead point would expand at lower velocity than copper alone.

Our Story - Spoor Bullet Company

As a young boy, I found peace in the bush alongside my father, hunting beneath open skies. The lingering scent of last night’s fire, the worn leather strap of my rifle, and the unmistakable smell of gunpowder – these were the moments that shaped me. But nothing compares to the memory of my very...

spoorbulletcompany.com

 

[Taudisio]

Nosler solid base? I’m always game for more bullet choices and welcome all choices new and old. Thanks for sharing, I’ve never heard of them either, I figured you spelled Speer wrong

Edit to add, they are also bonded. Like a combination of the swift A-Frame and the nosler solid base.

 

[rifletuner]

Nosler solid base? I’m always game for more bullet choices and welcome all choices new and old. Thanks for sharing, I’ve never heard of them either, I figured you spelled Speer wrong

Edit to add, they are also bonded. Like a combination of the swift A-Frame and the nosler solid base.

Actually a lot more like the old Bitterroot bonded bullets. This style of bullet is very popular in South Africa. Rhino bullets have been making a Bitterroot style of bullet in SA for many years. Spoor bullets (formally Safari Bullets, but forced to change name for some trademark infringement) have been making these bullets for a few years now. I have never used the Spoor bullet, but they have a very good reputation with hunters in SA.