So after more thinking, and due to a recent change of circumstances, at least for now my plan this year is going to be to hunt with my .45 Contender 1-28 twist. Depending on what happens the next few months I may still consider an Ultra Lite, but for now I can't spend the money.

I figure I'll pick up some 200 gr. XTP's (if I can find them) or else some SST's. The question is, what sabot is better? And if Harvester is better, are the smooth better than the crush ribs?

What's a good starting load for .45? I will most likely be shooting BH209.