Peter

I think the problem is you can't predict the velocity of a ricochet or whether it is in one or several pieces, nether is the angle of the bullet after it has hit the ground prodictable. It all adds up to a big problem if you do't take your background into consideration before you pull the trigger.I would hate to rely on the 200yard rule given early, I can't say it wrong, I don't know, however I think it has got to be far less than the maximun range of a 22 bullet. This is something I would love to know, how much safe background do I need?

I have always carried my ammo in bullet boxes or mags. Now I know why. Never was happy carrying them loose in my pocket. Thanks for the post it will be a lesson for all of us.

I don't think you will be disappointed with either. I stalk all my deer with a 243win if you put the bullet in the right place they fall over. As has been mentioned by others it will be a lot easier to get factory ammo for 243. Finally selection of bullet head is more important than calibre for any recognised calibre.

Just signed on to this forum looks very interesting. My interests are all forms of shooting & fishing