Archie-fox Posted October 13, 2013 Report Share Posted October 13, 2013 Afternoon chaps.. I've got a 223 that I use for lamping foxes and vermin... I've also had a 204 that I used for foxing and crows and long range work..now I had a bad experience with the 204 on a fox and sold it a week later believing it didn't have the stopping power a 223 has..but I'm starting to think I was a little too quick to sell and should have give it another chance... What's the opinion on the 204 as a foxing round?? Any members here just use it for foxing.. Rich. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted October 13, 2013 Report Share Posted October 13, 2013 it don't matter how big the hole in the barrel is, how heavy the bullet is, how much shot or what size it is. If you shoot at critters long enough sooner or later it will go wrong. If you miss that 204..... U Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archie-fox Posted October 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2013 it don't matter how big the hole in the barrel is, how heavy the bullet is, how much shot or what size it is. If you shoot at critters long enough sooner or later it will go wrong. If you miss that 204..... U Too true my friend I know I pulled the shot but I still blamed the caliber when it was my fault.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8 90 Posted October 13, 2013 Report Share Posted October 13, 2013 I have a Kimber .204 that I use as my main Foxing tool - I have also taken some long range Crows & Bunnies with it. I wouldn't part with mine !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted October 13, 2013 Report Share Posted October 13, 2013 Too true my friend I know I pulled the shot but I still blamed the caliber when it was my fault..Hey...I screwed up a couple of weeks ago too.I know I will again someday. U. U. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sako751sg Posted October 13, 2013 Report Share Posted October 13, 2013 Cant comment on the 204 but as said if you shoot enough with any calibre you will eventually have a thinker.From what ive read the 204 should be an outstanding foxing tool Rich and very tempted to get one myself.As I found oot quickly with .17hmr,the smaller the pill the more need for exact placement and if you hit the vitals the end result is the same although they can travel a fair bit more from the impact point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 I'd stick with the .223 if I was you Rich cos you seem to shoot good with that bud! ATB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 Afternoon chaps.. I've got a 223 that I use for lamping foxes and vermin... I've also had a 204 that I used for foxing and crows and long range work..now I had a bad experience with the 204 on a fox and sold it a week later believing it didn't have the stopping power a 223 has..but I'm starting to think I was a little too quick to sell and should have give it another chance... What's the opinion on the 204 as a foxing round?? Any members here just use it for foxing.. Rich. My opinion is its more than adequate for fox - BUT the bullet you choose must be the correct one for purpose and you still need to place it correctly (sometimes "stuff" happens). Once a cartridge produces the correct energy to do the job you just need the correct bullet for purpose, terminal effect ballistics are an interesting subject and need more attention from all hunters. the only thing I don't get about the .204 is "why?" most cannot or will not put the ballistic advantage into any tangible use over their .223 rem etc. So why struggle in the slightest with components? On that final point I cant see myself running to the shops for one personally Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fieldwanderer Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 I've only ever heard good things about .204 EXCEPT quite a few reports of bad experiences with foxes! I'd agree with what bullet boy said; if you're getting on well with the .223 why go through the hassle? I'd imagine it's as cheap or cheaper to run, works and no messing about selling/variation/buying, setting it up, getting used to it etc - happy days! However, if you want another - you won't be happy until you get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Love mine for long range crows and foxing it's a great tool. But just remember the only man who never misses never shoots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amazed Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Love mine for long range crows and foxing it's a great tool. But just remember the only man who never misses never shoots. Ant that the truth ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theshootist Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 I presume that you want to go back to the .204 bacause of its flatter trajectory, but could you work up a very fast 40gn load in your .223? It might not be quite as flat but you would have a much more flexible tool and would save a lot of money and bother! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxwell Posted October 18, 2013 Report Share Posted October 18, 2013 Hi Rich what you were using? (bullet) do you reload and what twist was your barrel, i run a standard Tikka T3 which loves 39g Sierra Blitzkings @3600 f/s, most will run 39g in standard twist, they are very effective on fox and to date i have only had 2 exit but those were sub 100yrds my shooting buddy runs a .223 AI and they are comparible in the field for sensible foxing ranges, he runs 53g @3500f/s, both are very effective and fit for purpose, it's personnal chioce mate cheers Maxi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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