22 mag for coyote???

[bdawg]

 im a newbie to predator hunting and would like to start out on coyotes , is the 22 mag with 40 grain hollow points enough gun?? also have  a model 7 in 7-08, any thoughts?

[Leglifter]

With this years fur prices,( $5 coyotes)
and you just starting out, I'd say go with the 7mm-08 you might have to sew
the fur some if you want to tan it for a trophy, but I'd hate to see you loose your first one, with a less then perfect head shot
with the 22 mag,not that you shouldn't use it, but  even in the heart and lungs, they will still run a bit

Take the 22 mag on your second one.
Good luck

[bdawg]

forgot to add also have 12 and 20 ga shot guns , thinking rifle would be better choice??

[Leglifter]

I'd use the shotgun for thick, tight hunting areas
and the rifle for open fields or any spot where you can see them coming in time.

Me, I miss with both