Keep the story short, I'm part of a 7 person hunting party for elk late October this year. I've never shot an elk. I hunt with either a 30-30 or 7 mag depending on what/where I'm hunting, usually with 150gn federal blue box soft point in each. They shoot pretty well and as of so far, done the job but I find myself doubting the bullet now. My 7mm doesn't particularly like heavier bullets, even when loaded light (maybe I was flinching?) But it does excellent with light bullets. I'm interested in premium bullets and am willing/able to load but I want some guidance on what to choose. I DO NOT want to buy $2+/shot factory loaded premium stuff only to find out my rifle hates it. But maybe I'm over thinking and the standard stuff I've always used will be just fine? Please and thankyou for any info