The 17HMR is a cool little round. I have a Savage 93R17GV that has been super accurate with almost everything. It puts a whollop on jack rabbits out to 200 yards. I would take your favorite centerfire predator calling though, it does not have the energy for dedicated coyote calling, not even close. We are talking 76 foot pounds of energy at 125 yards.
I agree. The 17HMR is a great little round and everyone I've owned or have shot, was more accurate than a 22WMR, but I prefer the 22WMR for medium sized varmints. To me the accuracy loss is more than offset by the increased energy delivered to the target.
As far as brands, the Savage would probably be my pick in a lower cost gun. If you can step up a few dollars, look at CZ.
