Mossberg vs Remington

Got a coyote problem, looking for a 22-250 rifle to replace one I had years ago.  My rifle of preference is a walnut stock Remington 700 but the price, compared to  a Mossberg Patriot, makes me rethink my preference.  Normally, my idea of a cheaper rifle is, it kills on one end and wounds on the other, but a 22-250 has no recoil.  Does anyone have any experience with the Mossberg's and especially in the 22-250?  Just not in the mood to spend an extra 5-600 bucks just to say I own a Remington.

Are you talking new or used? Remington has had quality issues for years before and after their bankruptcy.Some Mossbergs shoot well and some don't. Savage has me still angry about their customer service. I bought a CVA Cascade several years ago in 450 Bushmaster for deer hunting in Southern Michigan and it shoots! 3 hole group at 100 yards with all holes touching. I don't know if CVA makes one in 22/250,but I believe they make one in .243 and that is low recoil and with the right bullet can shoot extremely flat. This is my opinions.

Quality of the Remington should be better but the Mossbergs have improved, however I have never owned a Mossberg. A Remington 700 in 7mm-08 with synthetic stock is one of my favored deer rifles especially for open fields. Get a good quality scope and something you don’t mind getting scratched up a bit. 

Edited by JW in MO - 31 Oct 2024 at 6:39pm

I have my dad's  Mossberg 151M-b  semi auto .22 rifle.  Nice gun to shoot. 

I would take a look at the Winchester XPR a lower cost rifle than the Model 70 and a friend has one in 350 Legend that shoots accurately. I don't believe they chamber it in 22/250 but they do chamber it in .243 which in my opinion is a more versatile cartridge.

I was going to suggest an AR 15,but many people despise the Black Rifle! An AR 15 is what I use for Coyotes and Woodchucks. Killed a Coyote this summer in the hayfield hunting mice at 250 yards. Winchester Varmint X 55 grain. 1 shot 2 steps. I have shot at least 5 Woodchucks and trapped at least a dozen.

Still like model 700 Remington or a 70 Winchester.  Have a AR and it does do well as a varmint rifle, would not ever trade my M77 Ruger .243, SWEET Weapon!!

For your coyote problem, if you're leaning towards the Mossberg Patriot, I'd say it's a solid choice for the price. The 22-250 is a sweet round—super flat shooting and no recoil, so you can stay on target. Remingtons, like the 700, are great rifles too, but yeah, they can be pricey. If you’re mainly after coyotes, the Mossberg should work just fine without breaking the bank.
Also, if you’re thinking about carrying, check out the Coon Rapids MN conceal carry classes.


Edited by Сhtenstein - Yesterday at 8:23am