Shotgun or rifle

Reformed Yankee · #1 10-29-2009, 09:13 AM

Ok, I've decided to get a Foxpro Fury as soon as I can save up enough money. The next question I have is is a shotgun better than a rifle for yotes? I have a Benelli SBE II, and various rifles available. I was thinking of using the Benelli with Dead coyote. What do you think? Thanks again.

injun joe · #2 10-29-2009, 10:36 AM

Although I love hunting them with a rifle, I can only think of a couple of times when a shotgun wouldn't have been just as effective and sometimes better suited when calling. I've definitely missed a couple with the rifle that I probably would have smoked with a scattergun.

Hunter1187 · #3 10-29-2009, 06:45 PM

Take both to every stand! I do!! If they do come in close in the 40yrd and closer range, I mow they down with my 1187 Super mag. If they hang up 80 yrds and on out I pop them with the 22-250. Take both guns with you to each stand and you will be come a more successful hunter.

Randy · #4 10-29-2009, 09:16 PM

Normally I take the rifle because then I can shoot as far as I need to tough rarely is it needed. If I take somebody with me, I take the Benelli and let then take a rifle. If I know I am hunting some thick areas only, I take the benelli.

shakey gizzard · #5 10-30-2009, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Hunter1187

Take both to every stand! I do!! If they do come in close in the 40yrd and closer range, I mow they down with my 1187 Super mag. If they hang up 80 yrds and on out I pop them with the 22-250. Take both guns with you to each stand and you will be come a more successful hunter.

I like your way of thinking!

Dakotaman · #6 11-03-2009, 04:46 PM

I am new to Georgia yotes but in South Dakota, they were very tough critters and hard to stop with a shotgun. Of course if you hit them good at 30 yards with #4 buckshot, you were usually OK. I usually used a rifle, even for calling. I like Hunt3er1187's advice though, you can't go wrong with both. I did that on several occassions and let a few get close enough to hit with a shotgun. I especially like the shotgun in tight brush. If you are only going to see the coyote for a second as he crosses a trail or clearing, the shotgun is nice. If you use a shotgun, lay it on them until they stay down as there is little shocking power in it and they will get up and disappear.

wisturkeyhunter · #7 11-03-2009, 05:10 PM

Here in Wisconsin I use a shotgun almost every time. Alot of times I have a partner with me with a rifle. I do try to set up in some thicker stuff or smaller opening where they can't see to far. Get closer and more exciting action that way.

balvarik · #8 11-03-2009, 05:11 PM

Up north here in Minnesota calling predators is best a team approach!

In heavy cover area's or at night(shotgun only after dark)a shotgun loaded with 3" lead 1-7/8oz with BB or #2 shot is ideal!
40yards as a max and yodel-dogs are toast!

You counterpart is equipped for ranges out yonder with a proper rifle/carbine!

""Up here we have no caliber limit or shot size restriction for shooting of Coyote-fox-bobcat""

Mike

cmghunter · #9 11-03-2009, 06:40 PM

During the day a rifle.ANY night hunts i always use a shotgun with Dead Coyote for yotes on private land.I've put the smack down on a few out to 65 yds.I like the shotgun for foxes also.They can come in a little to fast in the dark to get a good shot with a rifle.Jmo

drumbum77 · #10 11-04-2009, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Hunter1187

Take both to every stand! I do!! If they do come in close in the 40yrd and closer range, I mow they down with my 1187 Super mag. If they hang up 80 yrds and on out I pop them with the 22-250. Take both guns with you to each stand and you will be come a more successful hunter.

1187 got it right. Take both and up your chances. You never know where they will come in. I have found in GA most shots are within 50 yards or closer.