Yes it is. I think it depends how one defines favorite. I would use all the above on whitetails. Im just smitten by a bullet that opens on whitetails but can be used on a waterbuff, then grab the gun and go smack down an elk so i may be looking at it a bit differently. I havent had a gun that wouldnt shoot xtps?s accurately and yes they are affordable. If hornady would bond em like theyre doing for their africa lines without raising the price much we would be onto something good i think. Btw nice buck Kim!!! What a beauty!