Recent content by Dirk

Yes, I just recently shot a big male coyote with a 69 gr. BTHP (ammo is from BVAC out of Montana) out of my AR with a 1/7 rifling. The ammo shoots well but sometimes I experience feeding problems which I don't have with polymer/lead tipped ammo. The yote was quartering to me therefore I hit him...

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What state(s) do you hunt big game in most often? Ohio, PA, Colorado What is your primary long range hunting cartridge? .300 Win Mag -------------------------------------- Regarding your primary long range hunting cartridge choice above: Do you use factory ammunition? No If so, which brand...

Thanks for the help. I guess that is why I was leaning toward the 25-06. It would fill the niche between the .223 and .300 Win Mag. I use for the larger critters. Thanks again. I think I just want an excuse to buy a new toy.

Hey everyone glad to be here. I am new at this so please bare with me. I currently have a .223 that I plan on using for close in varmint work (0 - 300 yrs.) I am considering a Ruger #1 V in 25-06 for the longer shots and also have the ability to take deer sized animals. I have also looked at the...