Predator Hunting: SUPPRESSED® "SALVO"

Published on January 17, 2016
Duration: 15:31

This video details a successful predator hunting trip focused on coyotes, utilizing a suppressed shotgun setup. The hunters emphasize strategic positioning, wind management, and the use of electronic callers to draw coyotes into a kill zone. They highlight the effectiveness of the SilencerCo Salvo suppressor on a Benelli M4 for this application, achieving a double kill with subsonic buckshot rounds. The narrative underscores the importance of patience, environmental awareness, and physical exertion in successful hunting scenarios.

Quick Summary

Predator hunters successfully used a suppressed Benelli M4 with a SilencerCo Salvo and subsonic buckshot for a coyote hunt. Key tactics involved strategic positioning, wind management, electronic callers, and stealthy approaches, leveraging over 30 years of combined hunting experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Coyotes Approaching
  2. 00:25Heat of the Hunt
  3. 01:51The Shot
  4. 02:18Post-Hunt Discussion
  5. 02:48Success and Reaction
  6. 03:06Decoy Strategy
  7. 03:13John's Precision
  8. 03:24Tracking and Recovery
  9. 04:04Coyote Agility
  10. 04:21Blood Trail Evidence
  11. 04:48Measuring the Kill Zone
  12. 05:06Second Coyote Sighting
  13. 05:42Double Kill Confirmed
  14. 06:07Hunt Recap
  15. 06:24Hunting Experience
  16. 06:42Shotgun Suppressor Intro
  17. 06:54Gear Setup
  18. 07:07Set Setup and Strategy
  19. 07:37Hunter Positioning
  20. 07:48Call Placement
  21. 08:04Predator Mistakes
  22. 08:13Tactical Tools
  23. 08:24Camera Work
  24. 08:29High-Speed Engagement
  25. 08:36Coyote Approach
  26. 08:45Radio Communication
  27. 08:54Close Encounter
  28. 08:58First Shot Execution
  29. 09:00Follow-up Shot
  30. 09:05Coyote Evasion
  31. 09:08Coyote Down
  32. 09:14Second Shot Follow-up
  33. 09:23Experience and Effort
  34. 09:29Physical Demands
  35. 09:58Set Advantage
  36. 10:03Environmental Factors
  37. 10:13Animal Awareness
  38. 10:31Nomads Video Analogy
  39. 10:44Early Warning Systems
  40. 10:53Stealth Tactics
  41. 11:07GoPro Footage
  42. 11:13Entry Strategy
  43. 11:23Stealth Approach
  44. 11:34Future Content Plans
  45. 11:46Hunting Philosophy
  46. 11:54Experience Level
  47. 12:05Trial and Error
  48. 12:09Decades of Experience
  49. 12:23Rule of Thumb
  50. 12:30Badass Set Recap
  51. 12:37Camera Work Highlight
  52. 12:39John's Shot
  53. 12:41Buckshot Prescription
  54. 12:47Double Kill Confirmation
  55. 12:51Kill Shot Analysis
  56. 12:57Reloading Practice
  57. 13:02Subsonic Round Development
  58. 13:05Sound Difference
  59. 13:07First Shot Impact
  60. 13:11Second Coyote Engagement
  61. 13:14Second Coyote Recovery
  62. 13:19Two Coyotes Down
  63. 13:21Personal Engagement
  64. 13:24Safety Engagement
  65. 13:29Stealthy Movement
  66. 13:33Unnoticed Approach
  67. 13:37John James Mention
  68. 13:39Tactical Movement
  69. 13:44B-Roll Technique
  70. 13:48Equipment Stress
  71. 13:55Lone Goose Sighting
  72. 14:01Cocky Remark
  73. 14:04Humorous Banter
  74. 14:14Return to Pickup
  75. 14:21Shootout Challenge
  76. 14:28Consequences of Cockiness
  77. 14:31Lesson Learned
  78. 14:34Banter Continues
  79. 14:36Heat of the Moment
  80. 14:46Outro Music

Frequently Asked Questions

What suppressor was used in the predator hunting video?

The video prominently features the SilencerCo Salvo shotgun suppressor. It was mounted on a Benelli M4 shotgun and played a key role in enabling stealthy predator hunting by significantly reducing the firearm's noise signature.

What shotgun and ammunition were used for the coyote hunt?

The hunters utilized a Benelli M4 shotgun, specifically one with a collapsible stock, paired with custom-developed subsonic buckshot rounds. This ammunition choice was crucial for maintaining a low noise profile while ensuring effective lethality on the coyotes.

What are the key tactics for successful predator hunting shown in the video?

Key tactics include strategic hunter positioning, effective wind management to control approach vectors, using electronic callers to draw predators into a kill zone, and maintaining stealth during infiltration. Awareness of other wildlife, like cattle, also provides early warning.

How much experience do the hunters have?

The hunters collectively boast over 30 years of experience in predator hunting and calling. They emphasize that this level of expertise, gained through extensive practice and dedication, is essential for consistent success in the field.

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