Contender for coyotes

johnwilliamson062 · February 11, 2012, 03:04 PM

In this Encore adventure I have embarked on, I keep thinking about selling the Encore and buying a Contender. It seems a functioning 460 SW barrel is unattainable at less than $375, so I probably will go with 445 Super/Ultra mag. That is contender compatible. The other consideration for this switch barrel platform is Coyote. I was previously looking at 22-250, which is not safe in a contender, but I am open to other rounds. 223 is possible and a reasonable round, but I already own a 223 rifle and would really like something with a bit more zip. 223 AI is possible along with 204 Ruger. 223 AI doesn't seem worth it over a 223. 204 Ruger is pushing the low end for coyotes.

I can't get a 445 mag pistol or a 460 pistol any cheaper than I can add them to my Encore set-up, but I can get a NICE Savage rifle for the same price or less, so maybe I should just settle the switch barrel to the pistol rounds.

The contender frame and accessories are just a little bit cheaper, more available, and most importantly a little smaller/lighter which would be nice for a pistol hunting rig.

Anyways, MGM has a list of calibers. Any of these stand out as something better than the 223AI
http://www.matchgrademachine.com/chamberings_public.php

johnwilliamson062 · February 15, 2012, 04:04 PM

Take it 223AI is the flattest shooting contender round that is also good for coyotes.

ltc444 · February 18, 2012, 12:35 AM

The 223 is good out of the contender.

If you reload the old 30 Herritt is excellent on Coyotes. I had one and screwed up when I traded it for a Remington XP in 223.

huntinaz · February 18, 2012, 07:14 PM

Are there any 6mm options available? That would be my pick. I think the 7-30 Waters would be a good choice too. Light bullets should shoot pretty flat and pack a good punch on them song dogs.

Vt.birdhunter · February 18, 2012, 07:25 PM

If you just want more "umpf", go with the .30-30.

Wont shoot as flat as a .223 but more than enough power for coyote.
Come whitetail season you've got a real light weight Bambi burger maker.

BIG P · February 18, 2012, 11:06 PM

Being you already have a 223,I would try the 7-30 Waters love mine coyotes hate it.

February 11, 2012, 03:04 PM	#1
johnwilliamson062 Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2008 Posts: 6,107	Contender for coyotes In this Encore adventure I have embarked on, I keep thinking about selling the Encore and buying a Contender. It seems a functioning 460 SW barrel is unattainable at less than $375, so I probably will go with 445 Super/Ultra mag. That is contender compatible. The other consideration for this switch barrel platform is Coyote. I was previously looking at 22-250, which is not safe in a contender, but I am open to other rounds. 223 is possible and a reasonable round, but I already own a 223 rifle and would really like something with a bit more zip. 223 AI is possible along with 204 Ruger. 223 AI doesn't seem worth it over a 223. 204 Ruger is pushing the low end for coyotes. I can't get a 445 mag pistol or a 460 pistol any cheaper than I can add them to my Encore set-up, but I can get a NICE Savage rifle for the same price or less, so maybe I should just settle the switch barrel to the pistol rounds. The contender frame and accessories are just a little bit cheaper, more available, and most importantly a little smaller/lighter which would be nice for a pistol hunting rig. Anyways, MGM has a list of calibers. Any of these stand out as something better than the 223AI http://www.matchgrademachine.com/chamberings_public.php __________________ $0 of an NRA membership goes to legislative action or court battles. Not a dime. Only money contributed to the NRA-ILA or NRA-PVF. Of course, you could just donate to the Second Amendment Foundation I was feeling pretty good, then I looked around and realized I am not swimming or on fire. Last edited by johnwilliamson062; February 11, 2012 at 05:54 PM.

February 15, 2012, 04:04 PM	#2
johnwilliamson062 Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2008 Posts: 6,107	Take it 223AI is the flattest shooting contender round that is also good for coyotes. __________________ $0 of an NRA membership goes to legislative action or court battles. Not a dime. Only money contributed to the NRA-ILA or NRA-PVF. Of course, you could just donate to the Second Amendment Foundation I was feeling pretty good, then I looked around and realized I am not swimming or on fire.

February 18, 2012, 07:14 PM	#4
huntinaz Senior Member Join Date: September 21, 2010 Location: az Posts: 862	Are there any 6mm options available? That would be my pick. I think the 7-30 Waters would be a good choice too. Light bullets should shoot pretty flat and pack a good punch on them song dogs. __________________ Wanted: 50 Beowulf Brass, .500 cal bullets "Once you quit hearing sir and ma'am, the rest is soon to follow." - Cormack McCarthy "I'm just an average Joe, although I did score 4 touchdowns in one game..."-Al Bundy Last edited by huntinaz; February 18, 2012 at 07:38 PM.

February 18, 2012, 07:25 PM	#5
Vt.birdhunter Senior Member Join Date: March 18, 2009 Posts: 480	If you just want more "umpf", go with the .30-30. Wont shoot as flat as a .223 but more than enough power for coyote. Come whitetail season you've got a real light weight Bambi burger maker. __________________ Maintaining a constant state of cat-like readiness and a heightened state of suspicious alertness.

February 18, 2012, 12:35 AM	#3
ltc444 Senior Member Join Date: March 3, 2011 Location: Vernon AZ Posts: 1,192	The 223 is good out of the contender. If you reload the old 30 Herritt is excellent on Coyotes. I had one and screwed up when I traded it for a Remington XP in 223.

February 18, 2012, 11:06 PM	#6
BIG P Senior Member Join Date: July 8, 2010 Location: North Georgia Posts: 1,463	Being you already have a 223,I would try the 7-30 Waters love mine coyotes hate it.