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romex2121 · Joined: 13 Mar 2009 Posts: 208 Location: Carlsbad ,NM

as you can imagine i am pretty excited about getting an elk (bull) tag in my home state (NM) Wink

i got drawn for area 34 and it just so happens we have a cabin in that area Very Happy

the hunt is in oct and is for muzzel loader
i need to start working up a load for elk so if you have any suggestions id like to hear them,,,,, im thinking of trying some black horn,,, so far ive only used the TC shock waves in 250gr with 777 to take deer,, i have tryed PBs but i could never get them to shoot well ,,,,, by the way igot my deer tag in the same area and is for MZL also Very Happy

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JD338 · Joined: 04 Nov 2004 Posts: 8112 Location: Rockford, MI

Congratulations on your tags!
Take a look at the Nosler .451 cal 300 gr PT. It will take care of all your muzzle loading needs.
This is the same bullet the Jim Shockey uses to hunt all over the world.

JD338
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DrMike · Posted: Sat Jun 12, 2010 8:11 am Post subject:

Congratulations on your draw and the best of success on your hunt. I trust we'll all enjoy your hunt vicariously through pictures you post!

romex2121 · Joined: 13 Mar 2009 Posts: 208 Location: Carlsbad ,NM

JD338 · Joined: 04 Nov 2004 Posts: 8112 Location: Rockford, MI

romex2121

A 50 cal .451 sabot (Black) is what you want. I bought a bad of Nosler sabots at a local Gander Mountain and they work great.

JD338
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romex2121 · Joined: 13 Mar 2009 Posts: 208 Location: Carlsbad ,NM

i have no doubt that the Noslers would have no problem takeing down an elk, but they are a bit pricey for only 50,, i went thru my stash of bullets and found that i have some 45cal 300gr hornady XTP/HP for my 50cal Encore,, i know them bullets pack a punch but im a little concernd that they may open up to quickly on impact and not get good penatration even more so if it hits the shoulder Rolling Eyes

any thoughts,,,,,,
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Bowhntr · Joined: 09 Jan 2007 Posts: 21 Location: Hendersonville, NC

I got a mulie muzzleloader tag for area 33 in Colorado so I've been doign the load search myself. I've settled on the 300 grain Hornady FBP with 90 grains of pyrodex in a 50 caliber hawken rifle with a 1 in 48 twist. I shot maxi-balls, maxi hunters, and the FBP. The maxi-ball and the FBP were the most accurate with the FBP being just a tick better and not having to fool with grease. I dug a few out of the berm after shooting and I think that the terminal perfomance for the FBP would be awesome for elk even with a shoulder hit. I'll see if I can get a picture or two posted of the recovered bullets.

Elkman · Joined: 04 Apr 2010 Posts: 210

I have used the XTP, the the Maxi ball and maxi hunter for both deer and elk. I would not use the XTP for elk I am not sure that they would get in deep and get the job done. I had one cow get away with a shoulder shot with the XTP she just outwalked me. The maxi hunter and maxi ball both will give great penetration. Have shot two elk and a couple of deer with good success. I am using the Lyman Great Plains with 90 gr. of FFG.
Good luck on your hunts both of you!!!
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