RE: What will a 270 do to a yote?
I sold my .243 and replaced it with a .223 just for this purpose of not tearing one up. I am a mammal taxidermist and have to deal with shot critters on almost a daily basis for the last 19 years. One thing to always keep in mind, SHOT PLACEMENT, as even a .223 to the head can ruin one. Just found that out a couple weeks back. I wouldn't rule out .22-250 as this is also good coyote gun with a bit more reach. I bought about 10 coyotes this year that were all shot with this gun and out of a dozen, I only turned 2 away that aren't mounters. Best place to shoot a coyote, or any animal for mounting is just behind the shoulder where any larger hole is easily repaired.
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