I have one and run 140grain bullets, I find these to be better than the 130grain bullets. My theory is they hate the 270 because of unrealistic expectations and poor shooting/bullet choice. That is hunters using light bullets or light constructed 130grain bullets up close that don't hold together hence wounding. Poor bullet placement, shooting large animals-Elk size deer or tough animals-pigs - at extreme range and wounding, then the Chinese whispers and blame that spread from this. Like I said I find those extra 10 grains of bullet weight make a noticeable difference in terminal effect.