Thanks very much for the information everyone. The kind of velocities I have seen talked about in articles were a bit underwhelming - I'm thinking of putting together a long(er) range hunting rifle for highland stags and possibly some mountain hunting in a couple of years time, so it is good to see that somewhere in the 3,000-3,100 should be feasible. I was looking at the Accubond 160gr which has a high BC as possibly being ideal for this purpose (similar BC to a 190-200gr in the .300Win).

Apr1775 - it should indeed kick ass! Unfortunately, P.C. Plod may not see that as a "good reason"!

Mike - I love that fallow. You'll have to let me in on some of your secret Spanish haunts!

I'll keep you all posted!