That 3rd shot must have been a round ball...

I know you're just kidding. But seriously, All shots were with a 240 grain XTP, and orange 54 caliber, Thompson center Mag Express sabot. Oh, and the powder was GOEX.
So by all means, I suggest trying sabots in a 1:48 inch twist barrel. You might be pleasantly surprised at the results, like I was.

Two people are not a group of people. Two elephants are not a group of elephants. And two shots are not a group.

But as I once said to Mary Lou - that's a real nice pair you have there.

Semisane I think I knew Mary Lou. You always know how to make people smile. And a lot of your stuff really makes sense too.

Bronko, I'm sending you my wife's e-mail address. I wish you would try to convince her of that.

Hey buddy don't bother. I already have it. Heck, the way I sees it, we're kin!?!?!?!

I never said my way was better, but you just did.

Bronco... Totally agree

I don't think anybody could disagree, but it was hardly my point.

Now muley, don't go backin up now. You said the PRB is all you ever need. And also why would you want to shoot a saboted bullet out of a sidelock? Or at least something to that effect.
There are several reason why you would want to:
1. With a faster twist rifling you will get better accuracy
2. At equal muzzle velocity the saboted bullet will deliver more violent terminal performance due to expansion. (provided a properly designed bullet is used)
3. More effective terminal performance will lead to quicker kills and possibly better blood trails.