Just bought a new gun for coyote hunting here in wisconsin last wkend. I picked up a Savage .22 WMR(winmagrimfire) w/scope combo at GanderMt for $170 US. Bought a box of Rem Vmax 33gr HP and sighted to a 4" bullseye on my 3rd shot... within a couple more shots i was able to hit 2 seperate groups of .2 - .3 " at 50yds off sandbags.(I probably had to much coffee too
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I picked up the mag because of the price and because of how impressed I was with the accuracy and power of the gun my father picked up a Ruger 77/22 in .22WMR. The term "nail driver" definitely applies to this caliber with good ammo. I have read a few articles about this caliber only being a "sure thing" on coyotes out to maybe 80 - 100yds. The problem being available knockdown power at the greater range.
What kinda results has anyone enjoyed with this round? I picked it up to use on coyote, fox, squirrel, and for plinking. I have a number of .22 LR and almost stuck with that...but figured a new gun with some more pop was a nice present to myself. Although I would love a .22-250 or .243 the reality is that in Wisconsin where i live most shots will be less than 100yds as there is too much cover in most areas. Nevermind the cost of the centerfire ammo, and the report...which while on the praires matters little, here it can be a big deal at times.
thanks for infos and opinions ahead of time guys...er..and girls