Originally Posted by
lylejb
Well, I'm new to casting, but i sure like the look of the lee 358-158-rf (my mold is in mail) . Nice big meplat, should work almost like a wadcutter for light target / plinkers. should hit like a hammer when loaded hot.
In the past, i've carried Hornaday's 158gr FP/xtp with 13gr blue dot (this is a max load). The flat point XTP is a flat point with a small hollow. It's designed for higher velocity than their big hollow point, and doesn't over expand.
It's my pick for a woods just in case load. I don't know what type of critters you may have, but i would not hesitate on a cougar or black bear, or as a deer hunting load.
LB