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So when the results of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources study came out revealing that fragments from lead rifle ammunition can peel off and become lodged in tissue as much as 14 inches from the point of bullet entry, we took note and decided to look further into the issue. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618acc585ede3d01b735c375/a0fee6de-638e-4f4c-a6e6-3f69bf8ba135/BULLET4-vignette-square.jpg Home - 1. Non-lead Bullets are Extremely Effective Bullets made from 100% copper were initially developed in the mid 1980's as a premium option for big-game hunting. Their monolithic design resulted in extremely consistent and rapid expansion, combined with excellent weight retention and associated deep penetration. In addition, they gained a reputation as being very accurate. A typical kill gained from a well-placed shot involves bone-crushing penetration, massive organ/tissue disruption, and frequently a sizable exit wound that aids in blood-tracking. With the increase in demand for non-lead ammunition, more manufacturers are producing more options, in more calibers than ever before. Currently Barnes, Federal, Hornady, Winchester, and many others offer non-lead factory cartridges. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618acc585ede3d01b735c375/103fd572-4eeb-4e01-9154-358100f47acc/eagle-on-deer.jpg Home - 3. Prevent Lethal Collateral Damage to Wildlife Most hunters would agree that a good hunt is one that takes only one pull of the trigger and drops the animal with a quick, humane kill. The idea of accidentally poisoning other non-target wildlife isn't anyone's intention. But many birds and mammals feed on the gutpiles and carcasses that they find during and after hunting season. In many cases, these animals unknowingly eat lead when the carcasses have been shot with lead ammo. So, what animals might end up as collateral damage when lead fragments remain in gutpiles or carcasses? 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