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Would you!?
#6050127
11/26/15 12:09 AM
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Sq2 hunter
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Hunt nilgai with Nosler Accubond 200 gr. bullets chambered in 300 WM or go with 200 gr partitions? I reload with the accubond so I don't want to move from a bullet that shoots great..
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Re: Would you!?
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#6050169
11/26/15 12:30 AM
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J.G.
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I reload with the accubond so I don't want to move from a bullet that shoots great.. There's your answer.
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Re: Would you!?
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#6050242
11/26/15 01:02 AM
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Sq2 hunter
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I just didn't know if they were solid enough of a bullet
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Re: Would you!?
[Re: Sq2 hunter]
#6050273
11/26/15 01:17 AM
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J.G.
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Put it where it goes, keep shooting if it is still standing. Lots of folks worry the same about a Berger VLD. Everything I've shot with it died quickly with one round, including a bull elk at 200 yards. If you have the time and desire to work a load with the partition, go for it. If it will ease your mind. Personally I'd shoot the Accubond since you already have the rifle dialed in for it.
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Re: Would you!?
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#6050585
11/26/15 04:21 AM
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flintknapper
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Accubond will be fine, just be aware that Nilgai are notoriously tough animals, so don't be surprised if it runs quite some distance before expiring. Personally, I'd immediately chamber another round (regardless your bullet choice), and be ready to place another shot on the animal if needed.
Best of luck Sir,
Flint.
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Re: Would you!?
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#6051932
11/27/15 01:08 AM
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wetduck
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AB will be fine but if its on its feet you should be shooting till it drops. then keep your gun on it and ready
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Re: Would you!?
[Re: Sq2 hunter]
#6052227
11/27/15 03:36 AM
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kmon11
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I would not hesitate to use an accubond in that weight from that caliber. I have seen them work very well on elk from smaller calibers very well. Agree with the keep shooting comments though, do not admire your shot until the critter is down for the count.
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Re: Would you!?
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#6055797
11/29/15 02:19 PM
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Fitzwho
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Just killed a moose yesterday with a 225 grain AB out of a 35 Whelen (2900 fps at the muzzle). First shot was frontal, slightly quartering at about 80 yards. Bullet entered in front of the left shoulder, recovered the bullet in the fat around the tenderloins... Don't have a scale to weigh it until I get home, feels pretty close to full, no less than 75% weight retention. Two follow up broad side shots to keep him from getting to a cliff and rolling downhill for a bit both exited. I think the Accubond will kill a Nilgai pretty dead.
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Re: Would you!?
[Re: Sq2 hunter]
#6055827
11/29/15 02:49 PM
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Fitzwho
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Not a giant obviously, but after 4 days with no sightings of fur, you take what you can get. Warm temps (for Alberta) with clear nights and a full moon make for tough hunting.
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Re: Would you!?
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#6056069
11/29/15 05:37 PM
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Tactical Cowboy
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I'd use it and not worry about it.
The secret to a long life is to try not to shorten it.
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[Re: J.G.]
#6056071
11/29/15 05:38 PM
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Tactical Cowboy
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Put it where it goes, keep shooting if it is still standing. Lots of folks worry the same about a Berger VLD. Everything I've shot with it died quickly with one round, including a bull elk at 200 yards. If you have the time and desire to work a load with the partition, go for it. If it will ease your mind. Personally I'd shoot the Accubond since you already have the rifle dialed in for it. I thought you were a long range guy!
The secret to a long life is to try not to shorten it.
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Re: Would you!?
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#6056081
11/29/15 05:46 PM
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DStroud
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This was a good bull taken with the 175gr LR Accubond about a month ago. 28 Nosler
"Anyone taking up handloading necessarily plays with unknown factors and takes chances. But so does anyone who drives a car,goes to a cocktail party,eats in a restaurant,or gets married."
Jack O'Connor 1963
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Re: Would you!?
[Re: Tactical Cowboy]
#6056138
11/29/15 06:30 PM
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J.G.
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So I'm supposed to pass on a gimme 200 yard shot?
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Re: Would you!?
[Re: Fitzwho]
#6056378
11/29/15 08:43 PM
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RiverRider
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Just killed a moose yesterday with a 225 grain AB out of a 35 Whelen (2900 fps at the muzzle). First shot was frontal, slightly quartering at about 80 yards. Bullet entered in front of the left shoulder, recovered the bullet in the fat around the tenderloins... Don't have a scale to weigh it until I get home, feels pretty close to full, no less than 75% weight retention. Two follow up broad side shots to keep him from getting to a cliff and rolling downhill for a bit both exited. I think the Accubond will kill a Nilgai pretty dead.
If you don't mind my asking, I'd like to know how you're managing to wring 2900 fps out of your rifle.
"Arguing with you always makes me thirsty." -Augustus McRae
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#6056382
11/29/15 08:45 PM
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Elpatoloco
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I wouldn't be afaraid of either choice
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Re: Would you!?
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#6056845
11/30/15 12:18 AM
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Michael W.
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Like Flintknapper said, the are tough. Have that second shot ready quickly. I used 225gr. Hornady interlocks in a 338-06 AI. Running shot at about 175 yds, broadside. Entered the right shoulder and angled forward a bit into the brisket. It didn't exit the far side. I had to track it down and put one in the neck. That one didn't exit either but put it down for good.
Good luck on your hunt.
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Re: Would you!?
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#6058087
11/30/15 05:44 PM
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poisonivie
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Be ready to put another round in if they go down, not just if they don't drop. Don't be afraid to put three in him. There's lots of meat there, don't worry about ruining some. If their hind leg is kicking while its down, its fixing to get up.
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Re: Would you!?
[Re: J.G.]
#6058591
11/30/15 09:32 PM
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Tactical Cowboy
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So I'm supposed to pass on a gimme 200 yard shot? Of course! Nah I'm just givin you crap. I'm sure you can shoot much smaller stuff at further distances than I can.
The secret to a long life is to try not to shorten it.
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