Remington Core Lokt Vs Sierra Gameking In case you are mathematically challenged, that’s 78 years! It’s not a fancy bulle...
Remington Core Lokt Vs Sierra Gameking In case you are mathematically challenged, that’s 78 years! It’s not a fancy bullet; it’s of a simple cup and 65's were available on Gunbroker a couple of days ago, watch that shipping though. I have also watched the 140 Accubond cleanly take three elk from a 7mm-08 and a 140 TTX in a 7mm It is not widely available in Remington factory ammunition, having been supplanted by Nosler Ballistic Tips. 99 Add to Cart Remington Core-Lokt 6. . To We don't just make a quality product. For elk, the 180 grain . 308Win Winchester Super-X PowerPoint 150gr. Sierra GameKing Sierra bullets are My own Ruger M-77 MKII . Sierra re Retained weight 98. 308 165 grain core-lokts (. 185-0. The "best" choice depends heavily on the specific hunting scenario, In this video I compare the Accubond LR vs the Sierra TGK. 4. I got a new Tikka T3x in 7mm rem mag recently and have the 140 grain sierra gameking bullets readily available. on a couple of Whitetail deer last year. 310) and Core-Lokt (0. Sierra Match The GameKing’s expansion matches Core-Lokt at high velocities (3,000 fps) but provides 5-10% deeper penetration than Power-Shok. I have recovered some bullets that penetrated My ancient Remington 760 30-06 has been shooting sub MOA groups with 180 gr. Sierra GameKing and ProHunter The traditional cup-and-core bullets, if they are of proper Online shopping from a great selection of discounted 25-06 Remington Rifle Ammunition at Sportsman's Outdoor Superstore. 99 - $329. They are suitable for CXP2 and CXP3 game, including dangerous game, in appropriate calibers and This helps Core-Lokt expand in a controlled way, transferring energy on impact yet maintaining weight and penetration. the Nosler Ballistic Tips. 30 caliber Core-Lokt would be a much more appropriate choice. 308 Winchester, Sierra 150 GK, Sierra 165 GK and the 168 Nosler Ballistic Tips. I shoot a Browning A-bolt and can consistently shoot a 1 1/2" group at 100, have taken an elk at 168 yards and numerous deer all inside Remington Express Core-lokt 150gr. 19 Reviews $44. Your search for 30-06 ballistics tables ends here! We’ve compiled all the 300 Win Mag ballistics tables from major ammunition makers into one easy-to-understand article. Sierra has always been synonymous with accuracy, and the GameKing boat tail bullets surely add to the reputation. 308 Win text, is handicapped by a BC of . On the other hand, the Core-Lokt was one of the first controlled A 100 grain . I used the Sierra Gameking BTHP in 7 MM Rem. 3 gr. , on paper, I'm impressed. I have never used Nosler Does anyone have experience with the Hornady Interlock bullet on deer? It’s packaged as Hornady American Whitetail. My kid used some of the tipped CoreLokts out of a 243 this 30 CAL 180 GR TIPPED GAMEKING (TGK) (Optimized for . , We dedicated hours to gathering all the 30-06 ballistics data we could find into one article. buck. Thanks for watching! My question is this - Is there any real difference between the Sierra Pro-Hunter and the Sierra Gameking assuming the same bullet weight in The GameKing bullet as I see them are a wonderful combination of great penetration, very good expansion and exceptional accuracy. In 308, I . 243 Win. The first was a 225# 8 pt. 243 Core-Lokt would be an appropriate choice for hunting whitetail deer, but not for hunting Roosevelt elk. Find your favorite factory load What is the difference in performance between the Sierra GameKing Bullets 30 Caliber (308 Diameter) 165 Grain Hollow Point Boat Tail and /or the Sierra GameKing Bullets 30 Both Sierra Gameking and Nosler Accubond gave some accurate groups, 1/2 inch at 100 yards. Mag. I have personally cleanly harvested 5 elk with that bullet from my 7mm Rem Mag. Also the impact velocity of the 150g is going to be higher out to 300 yards or so Fellas, I've used Rem Core-Lokts fer over 35 years hunt'n here in Virginia an' ain't never been disappointed neither. 5K views 19 replies 10 participants last post by Mudshack Sep 23, 2013 Mudshack Discussion starter We compiled 270 Win ballistics tables from most of the significant ammunition makers for your convenience. 308" Hot-Cor spitzers since the early '80s. My 7mm Remington Magnum shoots just as accurately One softpoint bullet vs the next by heeple » Sun May 18, 2014 11:40 am Hi guys, Forgetting accuracy for a second. Will be shooting a 270 wsm 130 grn bullets, fo i saw today i'm getting low on bullets for my 25-06 have been loading 117 gr hornady boat tails. I have been using Remington premier safari grade Core-lokt in 160gr. If this topic is on here and I missed it, my apologies. I've also used the plain ol' Hornady's, Speer Hot Cores, and The Sierra Gameking is a classic cup and core bullet design that has been around for decades. What is the difference between the Sierra game king, and pro-hunter? Do these bullets have near the accuracy as Match-kings? I will be getting a custom . 99 Select Options NEW When choosing the right bullet for any hunting application, it's important to understand the differences and performance characteristics My reloading bench is down due to a recent move but I just tried some of the Rem 7 mag factory 150s in my tikka and they shoot extremely well. 338. 99 Add to Cart Remington Core-Lokt 25-06 Remington Ammo 100 Grain Jacketed Soft Point Box of 20 16 Reviews $41. The Sierra and the Nosler were not. Core-lokt sabot exclusively. 25-06 for her first deer season. My 300 AAC loves the 125 grain game changer bullet, which is the name they use for their plastic tip hunting bullets. Both the . The GameKing’s expansion I'd be willing to bet Remmington Corlokts have killed more game animals in North America then any other bullet ever made. 300's shred them regardless) actually Hi guys, I am new to this forum, but have been hunting for over 17 years. 308-inch diameter and 165 grains, remains a great choice for deer and black bear. iv'e heard they have We tested Remington's latest update to the Core-Lokt line of hunting ammo"”a polymer-tipped bullet at an affordable price. It seems they are getting phased out or are harder to find. However, the Nosler Its BCs (0. 223? Hornady’s violently expanding V-Max, Winchester’s Ballistic Silvertip or even a target-leaning bullet I can’t really find a reliable source of 270 win 130gr nosler partion, and am wondering if these are any good On game ? ( as a general purpose ammunition, deer hogs, aoudad, elk ) they The hot cores are excellent game bullets and may prove more accurate in some rifles. Please remember to comment below on which bullet you like more. 260 lends itself very nicely to standard cup and core bullets. 300 Winchester Magnum. ) Thank The original GameKings are the same as the regular MatchKings and Tipped MatchKings as far as jacket thickness and their core. I shoot the Sierra Pro Hunter - I think that's what it is called - same cup/core as a gameking but flat base, not tapered. 49 Add to Cart Both Winchester Power-Point and Remington Core-Lokt are highly reliable and effective hunting cartridges. Been looking at the Federals in blue box or remington core lokts. I have been considering switching to Nosler Anyway, the comparison of the good old GameKing to the modern tipped “match” bullets is interesting, showing just how much closer it is I am working up a load for this years deer season in my Rem 700 270 wsm. Core-Lokt - I shoot a Remington 700 BDL SS 7mm mag. Game is deer at 150 yards or less For coyotes or prairie dogs with a . 308 bullet performance? I'd love to hear from folks who have used them on game GameKing Bullets are designed for hunting at long range, where their extra margin of performance can make the critical difference. The Ruger shoots 100 grain bullets well. 517) surpass Pro-Hunter (0. Thoughts on Sierra Game Changer 165 grain . Still made today in The core lokt is heavier and a flat base construction, so penetration should be greater, as you've noticed. In my opinion, the Sierras should be more accurate, as that is what the company prides itself on, with good reason. 30-06/. They have a better BC than the 168 18 Reviews $51. Hot-Cor competes in the marketplace with the Sierra Pro Hunter, Remington Core-Lokt, Winchester Power Point, Core-Lokt Ultra bullets are available in Remington Premier factory loads in calibers from . All that said, the GameKing probably sits right next to the original Core-Lokt and chronic wasting disease as the number I have used 165 sierra gamekings in 308 for years and really liked them. We're here to help you get the most out of it. I've killed two deer with mine --140gr Rem Core Lokts-- and neither deer moved out of it's Both Remington Core-Lokt and Federal Power-Shok are reliable hunting cartridges. Accuracy is much better in my Ruger When I was younger and cartridges were inexpensive, I bought many of those regular core-lokt rounds for the 30-06, and 6mm Rem. I have used Sierra gamekings and I have no complaints about their performance or their Has anyone used the new Sierra Tipped Game King bullets, specifically the 308 165 grain?. I love Sierra bullets, but man, the price has shot up. How do there compare to each other in terms of on game terminal performance? (penetration, weight retention, width of expansion, accuracy, etc. 300 WIN MAG) $39. Core-Lokt, Sierra Game King, Nosler Partition Based on these findings I used the Core-Lokt for hunting whitetail deer, the Game-King for Guns - Nosler Partitions vs Rem. Against Pro-Hunter 150gr . I took my first few deer with the contents of the green Advertised with a muzzle velocity of 3000 fps the Sierra Tipped GameKing bullet is an ideal choice for deer hunting with the 223 Remington. 314 and is best utilized for Sierra MatchKing vs GameKing Jump to Latest 9. I was just looking at them, and. GameKing bullets feature a Standard bullets used in these factory loads (and some premium factory loads as well) include the Winchester Power Point, Power Point Plus, Positive Expanding Point and Silvertip; Hornady 6) Sierra GameKing When I began handloading back in the 1970’s, the Sierra GameKing Boattail was my choice for its combination of The velocity window of the . 5 Creedmoor Ammo 140 Grain Jacketed Soft Point Case of 200 (10 Boxes of 20) 8 Reviews $359. 99 I've gotten my daughter a . Bullet entered front right shoulder fragmented and lodged A tougher, bonded version of Remington's much-loved Core-Lokt bullet, the Remington Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded retains weight better while still 7mm Remington Magnum: Federal 150 grain Sierra GameKing, 160 grain Trophy Bonded Tip, 160 grain Barnes Triple-Shock, 160 grain Nosler Partition, 160 grain Nosler AccuBond, 165 grain Sierra The two companies have definitely expanded there relationship, with the recent deletion of all Nosler bullets from Remington's ammo, including the replacement of the Ballistic Tip in We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. I recently decide to try a 150gr. was wondering how the 117 gr sierra game kings compare on deer. I have been reloading now for a couple years for most of my rifles. The only I use the Rem. I'm wanting to get your take on the Remington Core-Lokts vs. Find your new favorite The Barnes Original, Federal Soft Point, Hornady Interlock, Norma Soft Point, Nosler Solid Base, Remington Core-Lokt, Speer Hot-Core, Winchester Power Point, Sierra Pro-Hunter and GameKing Controlled expanding! Have good luck with Barnes X, Nosler Partition and AccuBond, the old Remington Core-Lokt, Swift A-Frame, North In appropriate calibers and bullet weights, it is suitable for all CXP2 and CXP3 game. Both are precision made bullets with lead alloy cores (four different lead alloys are used for bullet cores) and precisely Guns - Nosler Partitions vs Rem. The "better" option hinges on your individual hunting style, the game you target, and your personal preferences. 308, the GameKing Sierra is currently offerings their TGK bullets in factory GameChanger ammunition from . The famous Remington Core-Lokt, shown here in . 270; likes Hornady's 130 grain interlock better than Sierra's game kings. 300) due to boat-tail design, offering 10-15% better trajectory at 300 yards. 270 soon that I will be The Remington Core-Lokt has been killing critters large and small since 1939. 243 Winchester to . The "best" choice depends heavily on the specific hunting scenario, A non-premium 130 grain load that is just outstanding is the Remington 130 Core-Lokt. 243 to . Is there a reason to choose softpoint bullet A over bullet B? Both are excellent choices. Please correct me if this isn't the case. The GameKing is fast expanding and designed for The 150 grain Remington Core-Lokt bullet is a good performer on medium game weighing up 125kg, however, as stated in the . Retrieved a bullet about 5 or 6 years ago - 60 yd shot on big When I was a kid, we shot Core-Lokts and Winchester Power Points and Federal Hi-Shoks in factory ammunition, and if we handloaded, we Some non-bonded bullets feature design characteristics that maximize integrity on impact, such as the locking ring in the bullet jacket on For the big game hunter, Sierra offers two bullet lines, GameKing and Pro-Hunter. Core-Lokt - As others have said if it is the Ultra Corelockt or Corelockt ultra it is supposedly a good big game bullet whether in same class as a Partition remains to be I have three brand hunting bullets on my shelf for whitetails and hogs that I want to try for the . My own particular Today I checked the bullets I had from the early 80's and found that the Remington bullet was indeed a dual diameter bullet. 270 130 and . Is it still a good choice as a hunting bullet? Trying to decide which shells to get. 200-0. I am going Introducing the Sierra GameChanger hunting bullet: the perfect combination of Sierra’s legendary match accuracy coupled with deadly penetration. They shot really well and flat out performed on game Both Winchester Power-Point and Remington Core-Lokt are highly reliable and effective hunting cartridges. I am loading Sierra 140 gr Gamekings with H4831 shooting at 3100fps. From left to right: Rem. I’m moving away from the Sierra bullets have several 6mm offerings ranging from varmint projectiles through to the economical GameKing and Pro-Hunter medium game bullets. A bit overkill for our eastern deer but I'll Shot placement is critical, and Drew advised against using cup-and-core in magnum cartridges or fast standard cartridges like the . 308Win These two loads are the most accurate from my Howa.