I am thinking about hunting coyotes this year with my Encore. I was curious what your thoughts would be on what barrel I should get for my gun. Thanks.
2007-11-19 03:35:50 · 8 answers · asked by Heythere 3 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
For hunting ONLY with not too much wasting of ammo at a range I would opt for 22-250. For something more utilitarian then I would go for .223 Remington.
2007-11-19 06:32:17 · answer #1 · answered by david m 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I researched this back a while ago. After reading many many opinions, I concluded the .243 is an excellent caliber for coyotes. It is flat shooting, capable of 300+ yard shots, and ammo is readily available.
Another positive about the .243 is that the heavier ammo is adequate for deer-sized game.
This will be my choice for my next barrel. Hope this helps.
2007-11-20 02:13:30 · answer #2 · answered by kirk0791 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I prefer the .260 on coyote and wolves when using the single shot rifle. Smaller rounds may require more than one shot.
2007-11-21 14:48:45 · answer #3 · answered by ROBERT N 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
.22 Hornet, .22-250 or .223
2007-11-19 03:39:01 · answer #4 · answered by tpbrick_13 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
22-250 is a great long reaching varmint round. .223 works very well too, and is a lot less expensive.
2007-11-19 06:43:41 · answer #5 · answered by randy 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
.22-250 would be ideal. It has great accuracy and has one of the fastest velocities and longest range of most calibers in its class.
2007-11-19 03:54:19 · answer #6 · answered by flucolax35 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I like .223rem. Versitile and ammo's cheap. If you reload, brass is easy to come by and a diverse number of projetiles.
2007-11-19 03:39:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
218 Bee, 222, 22 Hornet, 22-250.....These would be appropriate.*
2007-11-19 03:52:08 · answer #8 · answered by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋