I took a 178lb. five point this last year with 225
powerbelt aero-tip 45cal. Two 50gr. pyro pellets and
a Winchester 209 primer. Shot placement was right
behind shoulder 35yds. He ran about 75yds. Then
fell into a deep gully. There was "No" I repeat
"NO" blood trail at all. Finally found him by
circling from point of impact. Entrance hole was at
best dime sized, deer was laying on his side
with entrance hole up no blood even on his side.
I know the bullet didn't pass threw: but I could
not find any pieces either. This is why I'm now
shooting the 300gr. Barnes expanders with the new
Harvester crushrib sabot in my new Omega.