Jose, the most versatile dual purpose 308 (and other calibers) has always been a BTSP (Boat Tail Soft Point) load. The best cost point rounds of this type (I usually by the cheapest at the time) are Remington Core-Lokt SP, PMC -150gr BTSP, - Fiocchi BTSP, -Te new "American White Tail SP ammo or Federal Fusion BTSP. The Remington Core's and American above work but are not boat tails. ****Note***** I prefer the BTSP's since they are just as effective up close but retain velocity and energy better at distance to extend your hunting range.

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for hunting rounds I usually pick up Remington core lokt at wally world or field and stream Shipping on ammo (unless you buy huge amounts ) is the killer for me They have always worked for me if I do my part with shot placement

I do like the Nosler & the SELLIER & BELLOT but they cost alot more and they're out of stock right now. Nosler Self Defense> > budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/656_2081_10000660/products_id/91132/Nosler%2039685%20Defense%20Rifle%20308%20Win/7.62%20NATO%20Bonded%20Solid%20Ba/ Hunting>>> budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/656_2081_10000660/products_id/74394/Nosler%20Trophy%20308%20Winchester%20(7.62%20NATO)%20E-Tip%20Lead-Free%20168/

Hi Jose, Here are all the .308 ammo. Out of them all for defense and hunting I'd go with the HRNDY 308WIN 155GR ELD-M 20/200 just for the fact it ships free and covers what you're looking for. budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/656_2081_10000660/products_id/22923/HRNDY%20308WIN%20155GR%20ELD-M%2020/200/ all .308 ammo >>>>>
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