vole Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 Just got a semi auto and have found myself loading with 6 on fields where i am likely to see rabbit then reload bb for where i see fox.With the sounds of even quiet reloading and possible lost time is there a good general load that would do both?I know even light loads can kill fox but i dont want to leave that to chance.I might be asking the impossible.I would spend a bit more too if need be.Thankyou. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 You'r looking for the holly grail of shooting. Let us know if you think you'v found it. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badsworth Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 Just got a semi auto and have found myself loading with 6 on fields where i am likely to see rabbit then reload bb for where i see fox.With the sounds of even quiet reloading and possible lost time is there a good general load that would do both?I know even light loads can kill fox but i dont want to leave that to chance.I might be asking the impossible.I would spend a bit more too if need be.Thankyou. It depends what you want to do with the rabbit afterwards! No 2 or 3 shot is good enough for Charlie (but closer in than BB) but makes a bit of a mess of bunnies if you want them for the pot. Also, the smaller no of shot means there are gaps in the pattern that might stop you achieving a killing (as opposed to a wounding) shot. You could try having a cartridge of each type in each barrel if you have a sbs or O/U (with switchable barrels)! Or just keep a few of each type handy. B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 Should have bought a double trigger S/S. 6s in the right barrel and BB in the left. Easy. G.M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vole Posted June 28, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 Thats what i miss about my o/u.BB in top and 6 in bottom and switch as needed.I did wonder about bb for rabbit but I do eat them or give away to eat.Was not sure if bb messed the meat up so thanks for answer on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGalway Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 Under, I would say, 15 yards 6's will kill a fox. That's just opinion, I've passed up on an oppertunity like that. I wouldn't pass the second time. I don't want to sound blunt, as this is a friendly forum, if you're going after rabbit go after rabbit. Close in foxes with rabbit loads as described above is fine. If you're going out for foxes go with BB's Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tulkyuk Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 if you're going after rabbit go after rabbit. Close in foxes with rabbit loads as described above is fine. If you're going out for foxes go with BB's Good luck Im with John on this 1 , but if your out rabbit shooting and you see a fox just shoot it - like everybody else would on here ( now theres an honest answer for you) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vole Posted June 28, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 I admit i have let a couple go before but will not in future whatever the load.Still regret it as was just before lambing.Had only just got my gun tho.Now i am a seasoned vet,no more let offs!Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the hitman Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 I often use Rottweil no6 32g on rabbits and they are a good option when put through tight chokes. They also do a no6 36g which would do your foxes at 20yards through tight chokes, but your rabbits would have to go to the ferrets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dusk2dawn Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 Just got a semi auto and have found myself loading with 6 on fields where i am likely to see rabbit then reload bb for where i see fox.With the sounds of even quiet reloading and possible lost time is there a good general load that would do both?I know even light loads can kill fox but i dont want to leave that to chance.I might be asking the impossible.I would spend a bit more too if need be.Thankyou. Im a bit spoilt because my semi is the full monty so I load a heavy cartridge maybe 3rd one, and reload with 4 after 2 shots at bunnies if they are for the pot, but if on an organised vermin shoot I load alternate bb and 4. I do think 6 is a little light for Rabbit at any sort of range........ get down behind the parapet now D2D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v-max Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 Your asking a bit much but a 36g No.4 will be a good all rounder with heavier stuff after for foxy.I normally work 28g/32g No6 or 5's for all round & No3/2/1/bb etc for foxy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 round in chamber - 30-32gm No.6 next - 36gm No.4 last shot - heaviest BB,No.1 or 2 your gun will take safely. If you don`t hit the rabbit with 2 shots don`t try the 3rd, if a fox gets up rapid 1st and 2nd shot and if necessary the 3rd to stop it in it`s tracks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dusk2dawn Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 round in chamber - 30-32gm No.6 next - 36gm No.4 last shot - heaviest BB,No.1 or 2 your gun will take safely. If you don`t hit the rabbit with 2 shots don`t try the 3rd, if a fox gets up rapid 1st and 2nd shot and if necessary the 3rd to stop it in it`s tracks. Thats what I said,.... nearly D2D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pin Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 I do think 6 is a little light for Rabbit at any sort of range........ get down behind the parapet now Ahem, 6's will kill rabbit out to 40yds easily if you are up to it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dusk2dawn Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 I do think 6 is a little light for Rabbit at any sort of range........ get down behind the parapet now Ahem, 6's will kill rabbit out to 40yds easily if you are up to it Ah but wot if its 41yds D2D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pin Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 I'd use my specially loaded PW pedant carts in that case For the record I don't much like shooting rabbits with shotguns unless I absolutely have to, makes a real mess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatingisbest Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 I'd use my specially loaded PW pedant carts in that case For the record I don't much like shooting rabbits with shotguns unless I absolutely have to, makes a real mess. .410 is good for rabbits though Doesnt chew them up too much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGalway Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 I do think 6 is a little light for Rabbit at any sort of range........ get down behind the parapet now D2D I use 6's for rabbit when I go out after them with the shottie. I tried 4's one time, loaded 5 carts into the semi. Shot 5 rabbits, only had two going home, never used them again. I'd say I've had maybe 2 or 3 runners out of all I've shot with 6's. I can't explain it, just the way it happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGalway Posted June 28, 2007 Report Share Posted June 28, 2007 round in chamber - 30-32gm No.6 next - 36gm No.4 last shot - heaviest BB,No.1 or 2 your gun will take safely. If you don`t hit the rabbit with 2 shots don`t try the 3rd, if a fox gets up rapid 1st and 2nd shot and if necessary the 3rd to stop it in it`s tracks. Best advice for the question so far... ... Why didn't I think of it first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellier0437 Posted July 5, 2007 Report Share Posted July 5, 2007 i use an semi auto for rough shooting, i load the first cartridge as a AAA then the next 2 as 6's i can then shoot it like a normal s/s when i see a fox, i can either unload the first 2 or shoot it with 6's if it's close while still having a quick AAA back up if needed. To be honest, at ranges sub 20yds,(i haven't tried any further) the 6's absolutely destroy a fox when shot in the head and i have had no runners, and so have not needed the AAA at all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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