I shoot the hornet out of a 10" barrel, I really love this barrel, will it take coyotes out to 100yds, I think so, but id want tthe 221 for a bit more oomph.
I origionally was in the same boat as you, couldnt decide, I got a used 221 but it wouldnt fit my frame well, so I sent it back and got the hornet. then instead of the 221 I decided to go a bit bigger just to make sure I had enough and ordered a 6.8 in a 10". I killed a doe this year at under 100yds so itll take a coyote for sure.
Just remember, they are both spendy to buy, just that instead of 20rounds for the 221 you get 50 with the hornet, if that makes a difference to you.
GOod luck
Dave
