I shot several of the 295gr P.B.s into wet phone books last year, at a distance of 35 yards, using 90grs of "P". Penetration was 14 inches, and both bullets looked identical. They didn't break apart, nor did they mushroom in typical fashion, but rather the whole top half of the bullet bent over to one side. I plan on hunting with them this year, I will let you know what results I have with them on deer.