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Originally Posted by H380
I have taken only one coyote with my 17 hmr and it was close , under 20 yds. I use a 22-250 at normal called in distances , others have good luck with all the popular varmint cals., 223, 204 and Reds favorite 220swift to name a few . However I did get permission this afternoon to call in a spot where I don't want to make alot of noise and attract much attention and the game will be played in close quarters . I expect the 17 will do a fine job there .
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This is all great info, and Redfrog's advice is spot on. I 've been doing this for over 30 yrs. as well and have learned a lot over the years. As far as the 17 hmr is concerned, it's ok with perfect shots at shorter ranges. I've managed to take 11 yote's off my acerage over the last few years with it, 2 at 160yds. lasered and 9 within 100yds. All lung or neck shots, all recovered, but for serious coyote hunting I use 22-250 or .243. One memorable day a few years back was a bobcat & a coyote within an hour, The cat was called in with a mouthcall and the coyote was intercepted on our way in to our stand, he had no clue we were there, nose in the snow 70 yds. broadside, didn't hear us , couldn,t smell us, when he finally lifted his head and spotted us , the crosshairs were on his rib's, that was his last look. Cheers.
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