308 Ammo Help

CiK

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Jan 7, 2016
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All,
I have a Savage 308 on its way to me.  I am going to put a Vortex sight on it. 


I am trying to narrow down the ammo.  I am thinking about getting a box or two of the following ammo to try out......


- Federal Premium Gold 168gr Sierra MatchKing
- Black Hills Gold 168gr Sierra TMK
- Barnes VOR-TX 168gr Tipped Triple-Shock X


Thoughts on these?  Should I add any to the mix?


Tony
 
Hey CiK,


If you are looking for a long range (OTM) match grade/competition round, the Federal Sierra Match King (Gold Medal) 168g is excellent, they also make it in 150g & 175g.


However, if you are looking for an elk hunting round for your .308, I would not use the Gold Medal. I would suggest either:


1) Federal Premium - Nosler Partition in 180g
2) Federal Premium - Trophy Bonded Tip in 180g


If you have any specific questions, feel free to hit me up. I rep Federal and Savage.



 
I suggest the Barnes TTSX 168 copper bullets, The match bullets are not made for hunting ,but for target shooting. The copper bullet will punch thru the elk or put him down. The match bullets have thin jacket and will break up inside your elk. :)
 

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