Hey mate, thanks.

Yep, only a certain type of shooter will gather data on cold bore characteristics, I know a few but only long range shooters. Most hunters shoot at 100-250m and it's not a factor at those ranges.

I usually hold-over when taking a cold bore shot based on DOPE rather than dial adjustment in on the turrets, easier and the the margins are small anyway, although certainly large enough to cause a miss if not taken into account. In fact, I rarely dial windage at all, just elevation and even then there's times I do not preferring the more speedy hold-over on the reticle. It depends on conditions, range and the speed at which I'll need to shoot.

I just sold my Shadow 2 not that long ago and have still not replaced it. I've been focused elsewhere and on other things to be honest, some not so great that needed my full attention. I've put it on hold for now. I mean, I have a lot of guns and don't really need another,although it'll happen at some stage.