| ozhunter |
| (.400 member) |
| 14/12/08 06:32 PM |
Re: Softs and solids
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I used a 450 grain Barnes TSX for the first shot followed by 450 grain North Fork flat point solids for the remaining three. Handloaded to 2250 fps in a .458 Winchester.
There is some opinion that with the Barnes TSX you don't need any solids for follow on shots on buffalo. I disagree.
One of the reasons why softs are recommended for the first shot is that a solid might pass through and hit an unseen buff on the other side. I think the TSX would pass through on a side shot unless it hit bone.
I think your combo of calibre, weight and type of bullets is great for buffalo, in particularly Duggerboys out of the herd.
Carrying an extra soft like a Woodleigh would be good if you find a suitable target amongst a herd.