Has anyone used the .366 320gn Woodleigh (either of the softs) on sambar? I am trying to standardise all my rifles on one bullet and would like to use the 320gn as the standard in my 9.3x64. I have heard good feedback on the 286gn Woodleigh for sambar, but am just worried the 320gn bullet may not open up enough for sambar.

Having said that, I would think the 320gn at around 2300fps would be hotter, but somewhere in the ballpark of the original .360 No2 NE double rifle loading, so the 320gn might be a very good option for sambar sized game. Anyhow – interested to hear firsthand experience.

Give Geoff McDonald at Woodleigh a call, get the info straight from the man who makes them.

it sounds good - is that PP or RN??

There's a significant difference in the recommended max impact velocities between the 320gr RN (2200fps) and the PP (2600fps) so it stands to reason the RN will open faster.

I suppose it comes down to whether you prefer one hole or two.

Mate i would stick with the 286grn pp they flatten the sambar no worries

even the 250gr rnsp are great on sambar...

I have tested the 320 gr RN Woodleighs in my 9.3X62 at the range & they shoot 6 to 8 inches lower than the 250 TSX & 286 gr Lapua Megas.

Ganyana who is very experienced with the 9.3X62 and uses it a loton buffalo does not recommend the 320 gr bullet for buffalo.

I've not used the 320gn but recently went on a buffalo cull where myself and a mate both shot 9.3x62s. I exclusively used the 286gn PP and my mate tried 250TSX and 250 & 286gn PPs. Based on that experience (20+ animals shot) I cannot imagine a reason to go heavier than the 286 PP on sambar. I've been carrying mine for sambar for a few trips now; hopefully I'll be able to report success in 2012!

Guys

Thanks for your thoughts on the question.

I've used them in the 9.3x62 but would not recommend this combo for Sambar as long shots across valleys may be required. However, a friend uses them with his 9.3x64 which is almost perfect. I would recommend the "Round Nose Soft" for up to Sambar size game.