I'm looking into building a new coyote gun. The rifle will be mainly used for coyote, fox, bobcat, with coyote being the main targets. I am wanting this rifle to be a rifle that I can use durine prime fur season in attempt to keep the smallest holes, and keep the value of the fur at its peak... (as low as that is right now).
As of right now I am debating between a bolt gun or an AR style. Leaning towards AR probably, for the main benefit of quick second shots and not really loosing accuracy within 400 yards. Most of my sets should produce with a max range of 200 yards. I'd like to be able to reach out to around 400 on some sets if need be.
I own .223s, 17hmr, and bigger calibers. I enjoy dropping them with a 308, but they make a big hole!
the .17s are OK on really close, but reloading is a priority so I can pick my bullets for my max accuracy and stopping power. The .223 can make a nice hole sometimes.
What caliber would you recommend to be the best for keeping fur in the best shape, while being able to reach a semi-decent range on calm days, and have fairly acceptable stopping power? 204 ruger? 22-250? Some 6mm? Others?
Thanks!!
As of right now I am debating between a bolt gun or an AR style. Leaning towards AR probably, for the main benefit of quick second shots and not really loosing accuracy within 400 yards. Most of my sets should produce with a max range of 200 yards. I'd like to be able to reach out to around 400 on some sets if need be.
I own .223s, 17hmr, and bigger calibers. I enjoy dropping them with a 308, but they make a big hole!
What caliber would you recommend to be the best for keeping fur in the best shape, while being able to reach a semi-decent range on calm days, and have fairly acceptable stopping power? 204 ruger? 22-250? Some 6mm? Others?
Thanks!!