Elk Hunt Bullet and Load Info needed


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I just picked up an Encore Pro Hunter .50 Cal muzzle Loader. It is the camo version with the thumbhole stock. I mounted a Leupold VX-III 4.5-14 on it. Now I'm starting to work up loads for an up coming Idaho Elk Hunt.

I have Started with Barnes 290 Gr MTZ Bullets and TC 300 Gr Bonded Shockwave Bullets.

What yardage should I sight in for I was thinking zeroed at 200 yards or should I zero at 150 yards.

I plan on using 777 pellets or loose powder ffg.

Any suggestions would help.

What are you guys using for ELk?

Personal loads, Other type bullets, anything else to help out. I'm new to this Muzzleloader game.

Thanks

MQ32

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Range Work

I spent some time at the range this weekend and have found a pretty good combo I think for my Elk Hunt.

TC ENCORE Pro Hunter

.50 Cal

300 gr Bonded TC Shockwave w/ Quick Glide Sabot

120 Grs loose 777 FFG

Winchester 209 Primer.

4" High @ 100 Yards

0" @ 150 Yards

6" Low @ 200 Yards

Has Anybody Tried the Dead Center Bullets on Elk. I was looking at the 300 gr Polymer Tip Version.

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