Hi again Quilly,

The 200 grain Core-Lokt will give you all the penetration and expansion you need for deer sized game.....from the .35 Whelen. (And is plenty effecient enough for taking shots to probably 300 yards or so.....as long as you and the rifle are up to the task.) Because it is a fairly short for caliber bullet the 200 grain is not as effecient as a good 225 grain for "slipping through the atmosphere". For reloaders one of the best bullets for that purpose is the 225 grain Nosler Ballistic Tip. Plus that bullet still offers good expansion on deer sized game.

The 225 grain Trophy Bonded and the 250 grain Core-Lokt are "more bullet" than is needed for any deer. (Yes, they will kill deer, but they are designed with tougher game in mind.)

Whichever you decide.....good luck!

Dave

P.S. If you don't find someone willing to show you the ropes.....I believe there are videos available that "take you through the basics". (But it really is more straight forward than it initially seems!)