I'm looking to pick up a new rifle and would enjoy hearing some opinions on which one to get between the 22 Hornet and 204 Ruger. I have a 17HMR, which I love, but want to add a gun that has a bit more range and knock-down power for the occasional distant rock-chuck, coyote, etc. I thought that a 223 would be perfect for the next step up and bought a Savage Edge last year. But I hate how the muzzle jumps enough that I lose the sight picture. My 17hmr sight picture doesn't budge when fired and I thought that the 223 would be similar. The Edge is only a 6.5 lb gun, so that might be part of the problem. Anyway, I'm going to get rid of the 223, but I'd hate to buy a 204 or hornet and have the same issue with the sight picture. Will either of these work better? Do I need to get one that is heavier (like in the 8 or 10 lb+ range?) Any suggestions on models that you like best in these calibers? Thanks!
