shotgun..willy Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 i say just a question because its caused alot of arguments amongst my shooting mates ,but what are your opinions on shooting foxes with a .22rf either with subs or supers is it man enough or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duncan Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 popcorn... I'm off to get popcorn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hornet 6 Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 At less than 30 yards, from above and in the head yes, but only if you have the necessary condition on your FAC Neil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jollysp2 Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 popcorn... I'm off to get popcorn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stubby Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 of course it is, depending on each shot though of course, as the wouldent want to try it at 150yds, but at 30/40yds its a different matter, although your also bound to get different forces (FAO) giving different views my ticket only has .22 on it, no other calibres yet Im allowed to humainly dispatch ANY ANIMAL if they are suffering, or if pest control related, so technically I could shoot a dog/deer involved in a road traffic accident, but of course, wouldent be allowed to shoot a healthy deer out on a permission, Im sure the FAO, would not have worded my cert like that, if they did'nt think .22 was upto the job, so if its ok for deer/any animal, then my answer is YES, .22 is man enough to kill a fox, but again, each different shot would be judged differently Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegleg31 Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 i rang the FAO at notts yesterday as i'm thinking of applying for FAC to control foxes.he told me i'd only be allowed to apply for my first FAC for .22 rimfire or .17 HMR and both are capable for foxes.he said .22 rimfire out to 55 yards and .17 HMR out to 100 yards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin lad Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 popcorn... I'm off to get popcorn. and some coke colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duncan Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 and some coke colin I'm in on a saturday night, so by this point it's red wine Colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 i rang the FAO at notts yesterday as i'm thinking of applying for FAC to control foxes.he told me i'd only be allowed to apply for my first FAC for .22 rimfire or .17 HMR and both are capable for foxes.he said .22 rimfire out to 55 yards and .17 HMR out to 100 yards VERY IMPORTANT! he cannot tell you what you can "apply" for, speak to your shooting association asap get advice and help on this matter. He is in my opinion very wrong capable and suitable are very different things, a 12 bore and BB and the right shells / choke is more suitable for 55 yds than a .22 rf IMO so why would you even need a FAC? and many police areas BASC etc disagree that the 17 hmr is a fox gun. I have seen what the 17 hmr will and wont do well having used one extensively on quarry and no way would i shoot at a 100yd fox with one. Does he do much foxing then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duncan Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Well yes, he is the fox man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albertan_J Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Why bother with a 22 when you can use and air rifle or a sling shot? In fact why not throw stones at them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duncan Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Why bother with a 22 when you can use and air rifle or a sling shot? In fact why not throw stones at them I try hurling clods of earth, never gets 'em but makes me feel better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I have seen people kill cattle with a .22RF so it is more than capable. You need to not push the range and be a good shot, head shots only. The only reason higher powered rifles are suggested is more scope for chest shots and more likely to kill humanely if your shot is 'off'. If you had a fox in a cage trap it would be my first choice alongside a .410 shotgun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Logic Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 22rf works with a body shot too but you gotta be spot on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coneyhunter Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I have dispatched foxes with a 22rf at sensible ranges ( below 60 yards) both with subs and standard, i found a headshot brought an instant and humane kill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 I'm confident with mine out to about 60 yards but no more. It's not ideal and never will be but if you place your shots well it will do the trick. Many that say it wont work have never tried it, are poor shots or have been unlucky. I'm the same to a point with the HMR - many trust it but I really don't. It's all down to personal experience. I've never had a Fox run more than 20 yards when hit with a .22lr. Usually they just fall over! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 i say just a question because its caused alot of arguments amongst my shooting mates ,but what are your opinions on shooting foxes with a .22rf either with subs or supers is it man enough or not. Of course it is capable in the right circumstances, what do you think your chances of survival would be if shot in the head with a 40g HP sub sonic round delivering around 100ft lb? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb1 Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 Yes perfectly capable at sensible ranges, head shots under 65 yards will drop a fox on the spot, its not the ideal tool for the job, I much prefer my .243 but last year the .22 took 23 foxes and none of them seemed to think the .22 wasn't man enough for them, just got to be sensible and remember It's not a centerfire, keep the ranges sensible and shots precise and you'll be fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckytrigger Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 I shot three foxes with 22lr at ranges between 30-50yds last year all with head shots using winnie subs. They all dropped like a stone when hit. 22lr is perfectly capable at sensible ranges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12borejimbo Posted January 10, 2011 Report Share Posted January 10, 2011 I agree with Dekers and Lucky Trigger, I have shot foxes with a .22 many a time. Works well, but know your ranges and skills in your shooting. Any bullet will kill if placed correctly, I hope you get on well, ignore the mick takers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotgun..willy Posted January 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2011 cheers lads for the adult replies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bi9johnny Posted January 13, 2011 Report Share Posted January 13, 2011 i have had dozens of fox over the years with 22lr and i dont recall ever having to chase them or second shot them......i have also had a fox on the run with my 410 mag 1 shot stone dead......its all cicumstances at the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted January 13, 2011 Report Share Posted January 13, 2011 I have seen people kill cattle with a .22RF so it is more than capable. Shot a 700kg cow yesterday as it had a rupture and pushed her intestines out. One shot, stone dead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiceychilli57 Posted January 13, 2011 Report Share Posted January 13, 2011 (edited) Shot a 700kg cow yesterday as it had a rupture and pushed her intestines out. One shot, stone dead. If my dad said he was going to get my CZ to dispatch livestock i would tell him where to go Thats why we have an old .22 on the tickets as well Edit: there used to be a knacker man who used to carry a .45 on his hip to dispatch livestock, that turned their lights out pretty quick he said he was granted it after a it took two bolt gun hits to dispatch a fully grown bull Had foxes before with mine when out rabbit shooting but if i was going out after foxes only i would apply for a .223 so i knew i could take them a bit further out Edited January 13, 2011 by spiceychilli57 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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