You didn't mention the twist of your barrel, but most are probably 1:28. My Bergara barrel for my Encore shoots 300 gr. Harvester Pt Scorpions very well. I use two files to knurl the bullets so they fit well, and a 1/8" .50 cal. wool wad under the bullet. They are relatively inexpensive and shoot to 1-1/4" at 100 yards over 115 gr. of 777. My friend shot his last deer with one with good results. If you're hunting close range you might want to try one of the hollowpoints they make. In my 1:20 barrel, I shoot heavier bullets. Saboted Fury bullets shot well for me as well.