Richardw, I was shot by a 22 lr. The shell was a Remington target low velocity solid lead load. The bullet entered under my left shoulder and wound up high in my neck facing the opposite direction of its entry. I was knocked off my feet and stunned for a few seconds trying to figure our what happened. I think your choice is just fine! My advice is to use solids as they will penetrate deeply and bounce around and cause a lot more damage and knock-down than hollow points. The best of luck to you.