What kind of gun do you use for Hogs?

**Ranchman** · 10-28-2002, 11:32 PM

The title kindof says it all, but I was curious what folks like to use for dispatching feral hogs (caliber/loads/etc.)...

**Daryl** · 10-29-2002, 11:59 AM

Best I have used is 22-250. Very fast and accurate.
daryl

**Dob** · 10-30-2002, 05:50 AM

Either a .280 or 30/30 - they're the only two I have!!!
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**Hayseed** · 10-31-2002, 03:46 AM

I never really thought about it, Ranchman. I have only killed a couple of feral hogs in my time. One was with a .22 and the other was with a .38 revolver. Both were young (~100-125 lbs) and at a very close range.

I guess I would have to say that I would shoot one with whatever I had in my hands if the opportunity arose, unless I happened to be hunting squirrels with my 12 gauge shotgun. I don't think #6 shot would do much damage to a hog, especially a large one. On the other hand, if I were sitting in a deer stand with my .270 BAR I would not hesitate to shoot even the largest hog that might pass my way.

**theboman** · 10-31-2002, 04:09 PM

I'd love to hunt one of those buggers. I can taste the those hams and would love to try makin' boar jerky!

**WVJEREMY** · 10-31-2002, 04:48 PM

I think my model 70 Winchester chambered for 300 WIN MAG shooting 180 grain Remington Core-Lokts would be up to the challange!! [img]/forums/images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

**BWa** · 11-01-2002, 04:30 AM

I would some day like to give it a try , ..If I ever got the chance to go I would like to use my Marlin, in 45-70 cal. and a 405 gr lead hand load ,,,,,,,,,,,Ya , I know a bit over the top for power .,, but I like that cannon . [img]/forums/images/icons/blush.gif[/img] [img]/forums/images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

**Hayseed** · 11-01-2002, 05:10 AM

And what about you, Ranchman? What do you prefer for hog hunting?

**Ranchman** · 11-01-2002, 08:03 AM

Welp, 7mm Mag is my stand-off cartridge of choice for most things (including hogs). I'll admit though I've been toying with the idea of getting it re-chambered for 7 STW just to get a bit more energy though. I'm gonna try and bag one with a .44 Mag revolver sometime soon though.

**JoeR** · 11-02-2002, 12:41 AM

I just killed a 200lb one with a .308. It took the pig off its feet, but it still got up and ran another 150 feet before it dropped.

Joe

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