Anyone use the Woodliegh Weldcore bullets?

I've never used that particular bullet, but Woodleigh designs every bullet for the specific cartridge terminal velocity, to maximize terminal performance. I've never heard anything bad about a Woodleigh bullet.

I'm sure those will perform well on big game. What is the end use?

FWIW, for my .303, I just bought some Speer 180gr RN Hot Core bullets. I've used Speer Hot Cores before, in other cartidges, and they expand reliably, retain weight pretty well. So I'm going to give them a try in the SMLE.
 
My need is a camp rifle and general carrying in the bush. I am working up 2 loads for my No5. One cast bullet load for general target work and centerfire plinking. The second a working load. I like heavy tough jacketed bullets like the old 215 grain KKSP load I grew up with. I'm hoping to track some of them down or try these Woodleighs.
 
Don't overlook the .308 dia 220 grain round nose bullets that are commonly available. They're long and can grab some rifling, even though they are smaller diameter than what a fellow would normally shoot in 303 British.

I have done up a couple of boxes of 220gr Hornady's over IMR 4895 for my father's No 1 Mk III sporter that he uses on the trapline, and he reports that 50 yard accuracy is as good as he can shoot with open sights. He's a longtime 303 shooter and is very happy with this combination.

Simple and easy.
 
I used the 405gr Woodleigh Weldcore in my custom Siamese Mauser to take a 400lb male black bear. The shot was at about 20yds and he ran about 15yds before expiring. Muzzle velocity averages about 2080fps and groups consistently run under 1 1/4" The bullet was not recovered, but the wound channel was great.

I also have loads developed for my .30-06 using the 240gr Woodleighs and for my 6.5x55 using the 160gr Woodleighs. Both are very accurate but haven't accounted for any game.

Bullets recovered from the sand at the range (not a very scientific test) always retain a high percentage of weight.
 
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Was using a 270 weatherby with 180gr. last fall and shot a nice 60'' bull moose at 250yrds.I was impressed how little meat damage there was.(Being using a 375 H&H for some time).I found one bullet and described it to a friend and says it sounds like a barnes'.
Unfortunately,a gray jay stolled the bullet from my boat!
 
While I've yet to load my 303 215 gr Woodleigh's, I've used 250 gr in my 8x57 Mauser with great success. As accurate a bullet as any and nice expansion.
 
I wanted to use the 175gr version in 7mm as a cheaper alternative to the 175 partition. I did some research and came across a thread where a fellow did expansion testing. These bullets are soft and open up very wide which limits penetration. I was going to use them for moose but am not confident they will exit do to their wide diameter. I have decided to go with 195gr Barnes originals instead. My 0.2
 
kman, I bumped into a similar report for a short range 8MM Mag use for a head shot hog. I think they may have some problems up close with higher velocity.

I've joined an Australian forum and hope to ask them about experiences with the 303. I have to wait awhile to post. I did find some African forums that gave good reviews. But the 303 doesn't have the velocity potential like the Magnums.
 
I have a bunch of Woodleigh 215 gr 303 coming but all I have used is 470 softs and solids and they perform perfectly at the 2150 ft/sec they were designed for.

As previosly stated, Woodleigh is very clear about their bullet desigations and for what purpose they were designed for. They usually suggest heavy bullets for caliber. Their catelogue indicates recommended impact velocities as well.

For instance, the 215 303 is 1800-2200 ft/sec. The 174 gr 303 is 1800-2400 ft/sec.

I think you will be happy with the results of those bullets if you use them within their envelope of use.
 
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I have a bunch of Woodleigh 215 gr 303 coming but all I have used is 470 softs and solids and they perform perfectly at the 2150 ft/sec they were designed for.

As previosly stated, Woodleigh is very clear about their bullet desigations and for what purpose they were designed for. They usually suggest heavy bullets for caliber. Their catelogue indicates recommended impact velocities as well.

For instance, the 215 303 is 1800-2200 ft/sec. The 174 gr 303 is 1800-2400 ft/sec.

I think you will be happy with the results of those bullets if you use them within their envelope of use.
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^ Exactly!

Too often guys load bullets to inappropriate velocities and then blame the bullet. I know, I've done it myself.
 
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