At night.Am I misreading the regs?!? I would swear it says no larger the #6 shot.
At night.Am I misreading the regs?!? I would swear it says no larger the #6 shot.
I’m not sure. I wonder if @Jared has any thoughts or experience on this?Is the shot size limited to #4 to keep people from illegally taking game like deer?
EXACTLY!!!Maybe I missed something but why use a shotgun for coyotes unless you're hunting them at night?
While I have yet to test the theory, what I have figured is that with predator hunting you typically use rests. I’m using a full blown tripod on my 12-13lb 24” 223 bolt gun. Having a shotgun in my lap allows me to make quicker shots if the coyote sneaks up within 50 yards and is not where I can easily swing the boat anchor around. Also easier to use in close quarters/when they’re too close to easily get your crosshairs on him.Maybe I missed something but why use a shotgun for coyotes unless you're hunting them at night?
So you're toting 2 guns out in the field?While I have yet to test the theory, what I have figured is that with predator hunting you typically use rests. I’m using a full blown tripod on my 12-13lb 24” 223 bolt gun. Having a shotgun in my lap allows me to make quicker shots if the coyote sneaks up within 50 yards and is not where I can easily swing the boat anchor around. Also easier to use in close quarters/when they’re too close to easily get your crosshairs on him.
Shotguns are easier to hit with at close range,” he says. “They're better for shots at coyotes running to the call, or ones that have busted you and turn to run.” As a hide hunter, Brown notes that shotguns do less damage to pelts than do most rifles.
I am. The boat anchor stays strapped to my pack between stands, the much lighter shotgun gets carried.So you're toting 2 guns out in the field?
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