I have some opportunities at 200yd shots where I am hunting tomorrow. I feel confident shooting 200yds. I have done so at the range, and in the military. I am shooting a Savage 220. I am simply not sure I am confident in the performance at these distances. I have the gun dialed in. I have a Nikon Slugmaster with BDC reticle. I have a stable rest where I am hunting. 50yd zero puts me 1.71" low at 100yds. At 150yds it puts me at 7.96" low. At 200yds it puts me 19.73" low. Whoa. Wait a minute. 20" of bullet drop? This got me wondering about the ballistics. Ft-Lbs of energy at 25yds is 1831, 1590 at 50yds, 1194 at 100yds, 898 at 150yds, and 710 at 200yds.
Savage 220
Slugmaster 3-9 x 40 with 4 circle BDC scope
Remington AccuTip 3" rounds
How far is too far? When we get into the science of it, how much energy do you feel is acceptable, adequate, and ethical? I sort of have my answer but I know some of you guys are much more knowledgeable than I am in this department. You might change my mind. I look forward to hearing responses.
Savage 220
Slugmaster 3-9 x 40 with 4 circle BDC scope
Remington AccuTip 3" rounds
How far is too far? When we get into the science of it, how much energy do you feel is acceptable, adequate, and ethical? I sort of have my answer but I know some of you guys are much more knowledgeable than I am in this department. You might change my mind. I look forward to hearing responses.