I want to get an early start on developing an elk load for my 7mm Remington Magnum. Initially, I was going to use a 160g Sierra GameKing but then I began to have doubts how well it will hold up if I end up smashing into a shoulder bone. Sierra's have always seem rather thinly jacketed to me, but usually give good groups.
I figured the tried and tested performers, such as the Nosler Paritions and Barnes TSX, ought to be evaluated even if their price point is higher than I like. Then I began to take notice of the Hornady Interbonds. I know the Interbonds have only been around a few years, so they don't have quite the developed and distinguished track record of the more popular premium bullets. However, they are a good deal cheaper and I think that Hornady makes a good quality bullet all-around.
So, I figured I'd take advantage of the collective experience of THR and ask about the Interbonds. Any experience you have with them will be helpful, but experience specifically with regards to elk hunting is what I'm looking for.
How well did they penetrate?
How well did they hold together?
How well did they group?
I'm looking at loading the 154g with Reloader 22 and a Federal 215 primer. My barrel is stainless steel, 24" long, and has a 1 in 9.5" twist in case you are wondering.
Would it be better to just stick with a 160g Nosler partition or a 150/160g Barnes TSX? Or do you think the Hornady Interbond will get the job done while saving me $20+ per 100 bullets?
I figured the tried and tested performers, such as the Nosler Paritions and Barnes TSX, ought to be evaluated even if their price point is higher than I like. Then I began to take notice of the Hornady Interbonds. I know the Interbonds have only been around a few years, so they don't have quite the developed and distinguished track record of the more popular premium bullets. However, they are a good deal cheaper and I think that Hornady makes a good quality bullet all-around.
So, I figured I'd take advantage of the collective experience of THR and ask about the Interbonds. Any experience you have with them will be helpful, but experience specifically with regards to elk hunting is what I'm looking for.
How well did they penetrate?
How well did they hold together?
How well did they group?
I'm looking at loading the 154g with Reloader 22 and a Federal 215 primer. My barrel is stainless steel, 24" long, and has a 1 in 9.5" twist in case you are wondering.
Would it be better to just stick with a 160g Nosler partition or a 150/160g Barnes TSX? Or do you think the Hornady Interbond will get the job done while saving me $20+ per 100 bullets?