Originally Posted by
Eragon
I was wondering if anybody has used .223 to shoot jacks? I know it is more than enough to do the job, but I am interested in how much it tears up jack when you shoot it?
A .223 does tear jacks up some, but it's worthwhile IMHO.
Personally, every time I have hunted Jacks and yotes (We hunted both in the same areas at the same time...seemed to work pretty well) we used either a 223 or 308, but with both, the "rule" was headshots only.
Depending on bullet choice, you'll do more or less damage.
Since the jacks are intended for food, I would lean towards a nontoxic type or possibly and FMJ - less chance to fragment and have those lead fragments poison your prized hunting bird.
It's a lot easier if you reload your own, but factory ammo is available for your needs.