.25-06 FOR VARMINTS AND PREDATORS

[UMFAN1]

I want to start using my .25-06 (Remington Classic) for shooting woodchucks, coyotes, and other varmints here in Michigan. Does anyone else here use a .25-06 for such? Any suggestions on loads?
I currently use this rifle for deer hunting and have a 3-9 x 40 scope on it now. I'm thinking of adding a bipod and maybe a higher power scope as well.

[Lawdog]

UMFAN1,

I am a long time fan and user of the .25-06.  Been using them since before Remington adopted it and gave the .25-06 their name.  For varmints the .25-06 is about as big as anyone would ever want to go.  A little on the over kill for Ground Squirrel size critters but using the 75 or 87 gr. bullets will make a nice mess.  If you would like some load information(both varmints and deer) drop me an e-mail at lawdog_gary@yahoo.com(there is an “_” between the lawdog and gary) and I would be glad to send you some.  Small groups and tight lines to you.  Lawdog
 

[oso45-70]

Umfan1,
Like Lawdog, I was useing the 2506 way before it became a factory load.
And yes its one heck of a varmint gun but, Its also a good deer and
pronghorn. the 2506 got its srart back in the twentys with guys like
Niedner, whelen to mention a few. I will always have a 2506 and a 257
some where in my stash. I don't think you can go wrong with this round.
Good luck to you Sir..............Joe..............................................

[Jerry Lester]

Like the others said, it's definately a great round.

If you're planning on saving fur though, I'd suggest you use a smaller caliber.

[Lawdog]

UMFAN1,

I currently use this rifle for deer hunting and have a 3-9 x 40 scope on it now. I'm thinking of adding a bipod and maybe a higher power scope as well.

Sorry I forgot that you asked about this.  The smallest scope I have on any of my .25-06's is a 4-16X 44mm Burris on my Ruger No.1.  My Rem. M700 BDL Varmint has a 6-18X Redfield on it and my favorite .25-06 is my Ruger M77 V(older model tang safety) wears a 6-24X 50mm Burris.  Nice to have the added magnification when aiming at small critters at longer ranges.  Small groups and tight lines to you.  Lawdog
 

[UMFAN1]

Thanks for your input Lawdog. I'm leaning towards a 4-14x now.  :grin:

[varmit_master]

Hi the next gun i get is going to be a 25 cal i am going to try to get a WBY Vanguard in a 257 wby if i cant get it i am going with a 25 06 i like the way they shoot VM

[oso45-70]

Varmint_master,
If you can hold out you will be more than happy with the 257WBY, Mag.
I have been very happy with mine, Shot every thing from p-dogs to deer with it, Its a little rough on varmints, Tough to patch up, Some times you can't find all the parts to make them whole again. I've taken p-dogs out to over 300 yds with no problem. Good luck finding one........Joe.............

[Questor]

I use a 270.  I like the Hornady Vmax bullets a lot.  Mucho "terminal performance", keyword being "terminal".