Mojo gave you a pretty good response. When you buy ammo off the shelf, you may have to try a few different ones to get the one that will shoot the best out of your gun. I bought a new 7mm a few years ago and because of a budget had to try the less expensive soft point ammo off the shelf. In the past I have had good luck with federal, but I could not get the riffle to group. Shot up a couple of boxes before buying some Winchester to try. Within 10 shots the rifle was tack driving at 100 yards. Just my experience so take it for what it's worth. Good luck. HD.