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Post by lb on Jan 1, 2013 11:31:52 GMT -6
"Seems like a waste. Jim"
Ah, Jim shares an opinion! Do I detect disapproval?
Here's the thing, Jim. Your motivation is respected, AS MINE SHOULD BE. If you want to pull fur on a ten dollar animal, you have my blessings.
My point above is: it's difficult to cover all eventualities when calling. The whole spectrum was a possibility, from lion and bear, to jackrabbits and gray fox, and the cartridge most appropriate for one, is not suitable for another. I am not discussing the moral equivalent in killing one of God's creatures, large or small, for whatever purpose. Judge not, lest ye...
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Post by lb on Jan 1, 2013 10:57:47 GMT -6
Honestly, I never warmed up to a Mini14. There is something unnerving about the ker-chunk-chunk of the action. Never known for accuracy. But, other than that; it does not compare favorably to a Chinese SKS, in my humble opinion.
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Post by lb on Dec 31, 2012 12:42:15 GMT -6
I agree with that. Recently, I made a stand in a wooded canyon, in southern Arizona. Saw lion scat stepping out of the truck, always a good sign. (and, apparently, a big boy?)
Carrying my 22/243, 62 gr. Berger, first stand, called six gray fox, killed three, all blown in half. No exaggeration.
Partner, with Benelli says to me; "Next stand, if you see a cat, don't shoot it." I paused, thought about it briefly, then laughed. (potential $1,000 bobcat)
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Post by lb on Dec 30, 2012 11:20:05 GMT -6
And, your experience tends to support what I wrote, above:
"You just can't make blanket statements without acknowledging the shortcomings of a cartridge for any specific purpose."
And if you deal with fox, the stray coyote might be lost because of the inadequate firepower.
I am extremely/sorta negative about using an AR for any type of hunting, but if it blows your skirt up, I'm happy for you. Enjoy it while you can, if you catch my drift?
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Post by lb on Dec 28, 2012 12:24:34 GMT -6
About time we discovered this is a 243, and you are using different powders but the same bullet.
However, this is backwards. The 1-10 twist should favor the lighter bullets since a heavier bullet requires a faster twist and higher RPM to stabilize longer heavier bullets.
I own a 243Ackley, a 243W and a 6mmRem. You are almost never going to find a 100% reliable fur friendly bullet for a 243. Perhaps the Nosler, which is one that I have never used, but if trappin says it's okay, good enough, BUT. Understand, his application is a lot different. What constitutes fur friendly for you may not be his, or mine. A 55 grain bullet in a 243 is almost always going to be destructive on coyotes. I have not used a 55 but I have used 56 and 60 and doubt they are much different.
Specifically, I can't think of a single 75-80 grain 6mm bullet that would be fur friendly. Maybe the Barnes would be worth a try? Basically, you are reinventing the wheel, a 243 is actually more like a deer rifle and for sure, not fur friendly. It can reliably kill coyotes, there is no doubt about that.
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Post by lb on Dec 26, 2012 22:43:21 GMT -6
For me, there is no set time. It depends on conditions, time of day and how you feel in your gut. It sounds like 30-40 minutes wouldn't hurt, and if it just felt "gamey" I wouldn't think twice about spending an hour on stand. It's your stand, don't let somebody else tell you how long to make it.
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Post by lb on Dec 25, 2012 22:58:09 GMT -6
To check for parallax sandbag your rifle and make sure the crosshairs are dead center on the target. Then, move your head slightly from side to side and up and down. If the crosshairs appear to move off target, even though the rifle and scope have not moved, you have parallax at that distance. Some scopes don't have a parallax knob and are usually set to be parallax free at 150 yards. But, if you have a focus adjustment knob or a ring located at the objective, you can turn it until the crosshairs do not appear to move when you move your eye at the ocular. The marks are usually from 25/50 yards to infinity but I have found that the numbers are not always correct. For instance, I have an expensive scope that I set at 250yards for a 100 yard focus.
Regardless if this is the problem, or not, you should be aware of this condition.
As far as 4-5" groups at 200 yards, it doesn't make a lot of sense. Are these a type of surplus military FMJ bullets with a canilure by any chance? There are some bullets with a short bearing surface and a long 8 caliber ogive that require a very fast twist to stabilize. Although, again, I don't know if this would account for 5" groups @200 yards. And, it's on two separate rifles? Something's going on that has not been mentioned. Normally, 55 grain bullets that group okay at 100 yards do not wobble like crazy and be inaccurate by 350% for no reason?
edit: do you have the means to check concentricity? You might look at the seating stem on your seating die to see if it has a nick or dent that might cause the bullets to be seated off center.
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Post by lb on Dec 25, 2012 10:32:09 GMT -6
Then I don't have a solution? That's usually a fairly high quality scope. Groups should be linear, MOA at 100 should be almost the same at 200, allowing for conditions such as mirage and wind.
I would suggest checking mounts and rings and bedding, but if your groups are acceptable at 100, they should also be acceptable at 200.
You do know how to check for parallax, right? The numbers don't mean anything, in practice.
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Post by lb on Dec 24, 2012 18:03:55 GMT -6
What kind of scope are you using and does it have a parallax adjustment?
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Post by lb on Nov 25, 2012 5:01:20 GMT -6
Seems to me, the 338LM is a long range tactical number. 1000 yards is not long range tactical, in my opinion. But, it's a fad for most buyers. I see a fair number for sale with 40 rounds down the tube. I agree that a 300WM is capable of 1000 yard coyotes, if done right. Is mine? Doubtful. And, I will never know, either. Shooting at any animal, 400 yards is realistic, 500 is just about my absolute limit. Just do the math. I have a 20 degree picatinny rail on both my 22-243 and my 243 Ackley, both have U.S. Optics scopes with a lot of elevation clicks available. I have a hard time getting a coyote to hold still long enough to dial in the clicks needed after ranging him with another device. Sure. I respect a coyote more than to be banging away at 1000 yards, or a character flaw, whichever?
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Post by lb on Nov 18, 2012 13:29:21 GMT -6
Fur friendly, yeah, depends on bullet choice, but in a factory cartridge, a hornet is a good choice. It comes with a couple negatives, some of which are addressed by the K Hornet. Another choice(s) with negatives are the 22 mag and LR, and sub categories of that.....
You just can't make blanket statements without acknowledging the shortcomings of a cartridge for any specific purpose. If you fail to point out negatives, somebody else will surely do so, so the safe answer is; whatever works.
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Post by lb on Nov 10, 2012 11:20:56 GMT -6
I'm getting inside info that this new shockwave is a game changer, but told to keep mum about it.
Well, maybe so, but I think I will keep my CS24L Krakatoa.
What I really need is for Cal to send me a thumb drive with his coyote sounds. That would be a very nice early Christmas present. LB
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Post by lb on Oct 5, 2012 21:43:22 GMT -6
"No semis legal for hunting or dispatch ..."
I am always amazed by stupid game laws. Who thought that one up? And, why wasn't it disputed, make the rule maker justify a regulation, why let them get away with stuff like this? So, what's the penalty, five years in prison and a $5,000 fine?
edit: PS the above advice about aiming between the ears is spot on.
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Post by lb on Oct 2, 2012 7:26:16 GMT -6
Lead by example. Teach the little rascals to stay out of undercut river banks, and to remain calm so they won't get tangled up if they manage to get snagged in a trap.
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Post by lb on Oct 1, 2012 20:46:06 GMT -6
Would this work good for dispatching coon and coyotes in a hand gun? Jim well, if the question is dispatching coon, I don't see where it matters? But, if noise is a problem, I guess subsonic might not be quite as loud as regular velocity? How it compares with CB caps is an interesting question. I assume we are talking about urban areas where noise is a factor? If it is really a problem, I think a choke pole is a better choice. LB
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Post by lb on Sept 29, 2012 23:06:39 GMT -6
Why the interest in "subsonic"? Regular long rifle pass through without damage. Do you want a bullet to stay inside, or what?
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Post by lb on Sept 15, 2012 11:05:13 GMT -6
I think we are hearing from a WT fanboy, same old, same old, "studio quality" sound.
I have been anti Foxpro for a very long time, but these guys are working at it and while I am tired of the whole thing, a new electronic caller every season; as far as I am concerned, my CS24L is one hell of a machine. This new one doesn't interest me.
Now, I suppose the message is, you really can't call a coyote without 24 bit stereo speakers? Sure.
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Post by lb on Aug 4, 2012 10:29:41 GMT -6
Using the same factory load? Yes, it WILL burn all the powder but some of it will burn beyond the muzzle. Maybe? Hard to say, but performance will degrade.
If you handload, you can select a slightly faster powder that burns more efficiently in a 20" barrel. You might want to check with people that shoot a XP100, or a Wichita, and find out what they are using in shorter barrels.
And, (just curious) what's the reason for wanting a shorter barrel?
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Post by lb on Aug 1, 2012 10:08:36 GMT -6
Just find the right load and you can turn 3" groups into ½" groups. Lucky you!
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Post by lb on Jul 8, 2012 0:09:04 GMT -6
Gary approached a friend of mine, several time State Champion and asked if he would coach him and show him everything he knew about hunting coyotes and offered to pay him $10,000. He got turned down.
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