Maybe this might shed some light.
From Chuck Hawks:
Pointed bullets
Pointed bullets are commonly referred to as spitzer bullets. The word "spitzer" is derived from the German term for pointed, as this style of bullet was developed in Germany. A spitzer bullet has a more aerodynamic shape than a round nose or flat point bullet. In other words, it has a higher ballistic coefficient. This enables it to retain more velocity and energy at long range, and gives it a flatter trajectory. Spitzer bullets come into their own at ranges in excess of 250 yards.
The spitzer form has no advantage once it hits the target. In fact, because less lead is exposed at the front of a pointed bullet, it is more difficult to initiate expansion upon impact with the target. It is also widely supposed that spitzer bullets are more easily deflected off course by twigs, brush, and the like, which makes them less satisfactory for woods hunting than round or flat nosed bullets.
Bill
ps. The only dumb questions are those not asked...
EDIT: Adding Source of Info :
http://www.chuckhawks.com/big_game_bullets.htmThese are all Spitzer bullets by different manufacturers:
