Boar loads 308
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Roedeer 1962
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Nosler 168 g in 308 just rite
EMcC
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Standard 180gr soft point will do the job. I used 150gr for years until I met all these other UK boar hunters and fell into the trap of going bigger, faster, super dooper tipped, etc etc.
I have now settled for a 30-06 using either 180gr round nose or 220gr soft point.
150 in a .308 will do the job perfectly.
I knew several Germans that used 147gr full metal jacket with the nose ground down just enough to expose the lead core, that was in the days when a lot of 7.62 Military rounds were available cheaply
I have now settled for a 30-06 using either 180gr round nose or 220gr soft point.
150 in a .308 will do the job perfectly.
I knew several Germans that used 147gr full metal jacket with the nose ground down just enough to expose the lead core, that was in the days when a lot of 7.62 Military rounds were available cheaply
Bavarianbrit
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What would be the risk of blowing out the whole lead inner core through the tip with some being left jammed in the bore? Because I was given a boxload of .303s so modified when I bought a sporterised enfield from a German hunterStandard 180gr soft point will do the job. I used 150gr for years until I met all these other UK boar hunters and fell into the trap of going bigger, faster, super dooper tipped, etc etc.
I have now settled for a 30-06 using either 180gr round nose or 220gr soft point.
150 in a .308 will do the job perfectly.
I knew several Germans that used 147gr full metal jacket with the nose ground down just enough to expose the lead core, that was in the days when a lot of 7.62 Military rounds were available cheaply
EMcC
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I can only assume the mil spec 7.62 isn't as fast as other commercial ammo, also I/he was very careful to only grind enough to expose the lead so leaving plenty of ogive/taper to hold any lead core inside.
I did ask about expansion and was told not to worry about that as in most cases it tumbled !!!
I did ask about expansion and was told not to worry about that as in most cases it tumbled !!!
AlexN
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I’ve shot somewhere around 15 big wild boar in Germany over the past 3 years, all of which were taken with 150 grain bullets out to 200 yards, all but 1 dropped on the spot and even that one only ran 25 yards.
I’ve got two hunting trips in Germany planned for this year and will be using the same 308 with 150 grain bullets.
Alex
I’ve got two hunting trips in Germany planned for this year and will be using the same 308 with 150 grain bullets.
Alex
If you are going to Germany use copper bullets as lead is banned in many areas. As stated the bigger the better although placement is more important.
Be patient, hunting boar is very time consuming. If you are baiting them from high seats they will normally listen for a long time before coming to the bait if you make the slightest noise they will never arrive at the bait.
Good luck.
Be patient, hunting boar is very time consuming. If you are baiting them from high seats they will normally listen for a long time before coming to the bait if you make the slightest noise they will never arrive at the bait.
Good luck.
I agree with Paul about the noise in high seats - If you make any you'll never see them so silence is paramount.
When I went to Hungary for driven boar I just used 150gn Federal Power Shok and they worked, although they can run on a bit and I personally would prefer a bit more wallop to get them down quicker.
Next time I'll probably take a .300WM with 180-200gn bullets or use the trip as an excuse to get a .45-70
When I went to Hungary for driven boar I just used 150gn Federal Power Shok and they worked, although they can run on a bit and I personally would prefer a bit more wallop to get them down quicker.
Next time I'll probably take a .300WM with 180-200gn bullets or use the trip as an excuse to get a .45-70
sikamalc
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Shot in Hungary last year with a group of friends/clients and took 4 Boar on one drive. 3 dropped dead on the spot, the second I hit a bit back but it was found dead. 150g boat tail home loaded bullets out of my 308 Rigby.
Shot placement as always is the key factor. Bigger calibres are also not a problem, was thinking of taking the 375hh. But you still need to place the bullet in the right spot.
Shot placement as always is the key factor. Bigger calibres are also not a problem, was thinking of taking the 375hh. But you still need to place the bullet in the right spot.
One caliber that is not getting a word and is a well proven round on the biggest of beasts.
The .270 is one of the best.
130gr Speer grand slam home load was dropping on the spot 17-18 stone rutting stags .
Its the caliber I would consider.
25 06 Not what you want for pigs .
The .270 is one of the best.
130gr Speer grand slam home load was dropping on the spot 17-18 stone rutting stags .
Its the caliber I would consider.
25 06 Not what you want for pigs .
8x57
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I'm rather fond of the .270win myself having owned three of them but I think the reason is that in most European countries where .270 is legal for boar there is also a minimum mass requirement for the bullet, and the choice of suitable bullets of 150 grains or more is rather limited hence its not that popular for boar.
I would also think that the Home Office probably considered the existing legislation in other European countries when they drafted the guidance on cartridge suitability and stipulated a minimum of 150 grains being recommended despite the fact that on paper the 130 grain bullet should be theoretically superior.
Penyard
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Not necessarily Lateral. I shot 4 driven boar in the UK about 10 years ago. They were driven by a Maize forage harvester! Shot them with a .308 and 180gr Sako Super Hammerheads which I always rated very highly for boar before I started reloading my own ammo.
You are right in stating that UK boar shooting is static and precise shot placement is far more readily achieved. In .308 I have got on very well with 150gr Swift Sciroccos and 165gr Nosler AB with home loads for boar. Never tried partitions in .308 but am sure they would be very good, too.
Now, We just need some enterprising farmers to start offering boar shooting at harvest time
Penyard
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Quite right. I’ve been waiting over ten years to get the chance to do it again!Now, We just need some enterprising farmers to start offering boar shooting at harvest time
Penyard
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Not strictly true. I’ve been waiting 10 years to find a sounder of pigs in Maize on the day they harvest it and for me to be available to stand around for hours hoping to get the chance to repeat what was a thrilling experience. I shot 2 pigs last week so don’t think I’ve shot them all!
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