I'm sure this is a old subject but was wondering if there was a big difference between Berger's hunting and match VLD bullets mainly the 105's. Thanks
Question about Berger bullets
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Re: Question about Berger bullets
dont know the exact answer but i just found this on their website
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The Hunting bullet line is proving to be the most lethal big game hunting bullets available. All of our Hunting bullets are made in the VLD design. The VLD design incorporates a sharp nose that allows the bullet to penetrate 2” to 3” before it starts to expand. After the bullet starts to expand it will shed 40% to 85% of its weight as shrapnel into the surrounding tissue (internal organ). The combination between the shrapnel and the hydrostatic shock produces a massive wound cavity within the vital area (internal organs) that will be 13” to 15” long. This massive wound cavity results in the animal dropping fast since most go into shock after such a tremendous blow. Those animals that don’t go down immediately will soon succumb to blood pressure loss and/or organ failure producing a quick ethical kill. Our bullets don't poke through like an arrow (high weight retention, deep penetration bullets) but instead dump their energy where it is most effective, inside the animal. Using the Berger VLD will result in an animal that goes down fast so you can enjoy the results of your hunt without having to track the wounded animal after the shot. You owe it to yourself to see how accurate and deadly the Berger Hunting VLD will be on your next hunt. </div></div>
eta: according to this thread the jacket is thicker on the target bullets
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2901731
dont know the exact answer but i just found this on their website
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The Hunting bullet line is proving to be the most lethal big game hunting bullets available. All of our Hunting bullets are made in the VLD design. The VLD design incorporates a sharp nose that allows the bullet to penetrate 2” to 3” before it starts to expand. After the bullet starts to expand it will shed 40% to 85% of its weight as shrapnel into the surrounding tissue (internal organ). The combination between the shrapnel and the hydrostatic shock produces a massive wound cavity within the vital area (internal organs) that will be 13” to 15” long. This massive wound cavity results in the animal dropping fast since most go into shock after such a tremendous blow. Those animals that don’t go down immediately will soon succumb to blood pressure loss and/or organ failure producing a quick ethical kill. Our bullets don't poke through like an arrow (high weight retention, deep penetration bullets) but instead dump their energy where it is most effective, inside the animal. Using the Berger VLD will result in an animal that goes down fast so you can enjoy the results of your hunt without having to track the wounded animal after the shot. You owe it to yourself to see how accurate and deadly the Berger Hunting VLD will be on your next hunt. </div></div>
eta: according to this thread the jacket is thicker on the target bullets
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2901731
Re: Question about Berger bullets
I could take issue with that entire statement. Who are they kidding? BB
I could take issue with that entire statement. Who are they kidding? BB
Re: Question about Berger bullets
The hunting line is the original jacket they started with, the fact they work well on game is a side benefit.
To counter some shooters that were experiencing bullet blowups in the super fast calibers during flight to the target they came out with a target line that has a thicker jacket and handles the high RPM those fast calibers twist and launch at. That is the difference.
I have not run anything but the hunting line in my 243 but in my 308 I have shot both and I noticed no difference in impacts at an distance between them.
The hunting line is the original jacket they started with, the fact they work well on game is a side benefit.
To counter some shooters that were experiencing bullet blowups in the super fast calibers during flight to the target they came out with a target line that has a thicker jacket and handles the high RPM those fast calibers twist and launch at. That is the difference.
I have not run anything but the hunting line in my 243 but in my 308 I have shot both and I noticed no difference in impacts at an distance between them.
Re: Question about Berger bullets
The Berger vld's are the baddest bullet I have ever seen. I shoot the 168's out of my sps tactical (308) with lapua brass, rem 9 1/2 lr primer, 45.9 grains varget seated at 2.960 oal. Tack drivers out to 400 yards. I also shoot a .300 win mag 700 police using 72.7 r22, 210 vlds, rem brass, wlrm primers, with coal of 3.602". So far this season while using the 210 vlds, I have taken 2 does at 380 yards, another 11 pt at 415 yds, and another doe at 545 yds. The damage is incredible. All have dropped dead on the spot and the bullet actually sounds like a boat paddle whacking them. I made a Texas heart shot on a running doe at 115 yards and found her entire stomach laying beside her. I will never shoot another bullet when it comes to whacking deer at long range. Absolutely hooked on Berger
The Berger vld's are the baddest bullet I have ever seen. I shoot the 168's out of my sps tactical (308) with lapua brass, rem 9 1/2 lr primer, 45.9 grains varget seated at 2.960 oal. Tack drivers out to 400 yards. I also shoot a .300 win mag 700 police using 72.7 r22, 210 vlds, rem brass, wlrm primers, with coal of 3.602". So far this season while using the 210 vlds, I have taken 2 does at 380 yards, another 11 pt at 415 yds, and another doe at 545 yds. The damage is incredible. All have dropped dead on the spot and the bullet actually sounds like a boat paddle whacking them. I made a Texas heart shot on a running doe at 115 yards and found her entire stomach laying beside her. I will never shoot another bullet when it comes to whacking deer at long range. Absolutely hooked on Berger
Re: Question about Berger bullets
Oh and the hunting bullets have the exact same bc as the target bullets.
Oh and the hunting bullets have the exact same bc as the target bullets.
Re: Question about Berger bullets
I love my berger bullets they're just not wallet friendly lol, not for me anyhow.
I love my berger bullets they're just not wallet friendly lol, not for me anyhow.
Re: Question about Berger bullets
Thanks for the info I'm fixing to buy a thousand or so to have the same lot # and was look for some advice and opinions. Thanks much
Thanks for the info I'm fixing to buy a thousand or so to have the same lot # and was look for some advice and opinions. Thanks much
Re: Question about Berger bullets
i shoot the 168s and 105s and love them to death. i wouldnt be afraid to buy a k
i shoot the 168s and 105s and love them to death. i wouldnt be afraid to buy a k
