OK...OK...So I'm out numbered no less than 8 to 1. But I still have to stand by my convictions. I say try a .45 caliber 240 grain XTP or Gold Dot in a .50 caliber sabot out of that 1:48 inch twist barrel and see how they shoot. I was amazed at how well they shoot. The XTP's are giving me 1 inch groups at 100 yards out of my new 24 inch, 1:48 inch twist rifle, and I don't think anyone here can argue that an XTP will out perform a round ball in every way.