Well I might as well throw in my 2 cents. As far as lead vs non-lead bullets, when the proper selection is made to caliber and game being hunted, both will do the job and you will harvest your game. There have been so much game taken using lead jacketed and lead cast bullet that its obvious they work. The non-lead bullets also work. So IMO use what shoots best in your rifle. Shot placement is more critical than bullet selection provided your selection is correct for the game being hunted. Also you absolutely do not need a premium bullet to kill a deer. Unless they shoot a lot better than a standard Remington CorLokt or Federal Power Shock or the like don't waste your money. Buy more of the lesser priced bullets and practice more!