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re: PCP Air Rifles
Posted on 10/27/24 at 10:34 am to Squirrelmeister
Posted on 10/27/24 at 10:34 am to Squirrelmeister
Squirrels in my neighborhood and yard are out of control. Got what I assume was a momma who raised her babies in a part of my attic hard to access. Lots of scratching and noise, they are gone now. Found the little hole they used to get in and fixed it.
What is a good pellet rifle in the $500 range, or do I need to spend more for accuracy at range? Is a scope mandatory?
I’m either going to start shooting them or try trapping.
TIA.
What is a good pellet rifle in the $500 range, or do I need to spend more for accuracy at range? Is a scope mandatory?
I’m either going to start shooting them or try trapping.
TIA.
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Posted on 10/27/24 at 1:07 pm to Mr Breeze
a good quality underlever .22 is up to the task for squirrels. Fixed barrel accuracy and powerful enough for the job.
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Apologies, that was a 500$ gun when I ordered it a few years back. But it is also a serious tool.
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Apologies, that was a 500$ gun when I ordered it a few years back. But it is also a serious tool.
This post was edited on 10/27/24 at 1:09 pm
Posted on 10/27/24 at 2:56 pm to Wraytex
Everything has increased in price, no worries. I'm not adverse to spending a thousand for quality and better odds of killing those obnoxious tree rats.
That looks to be a fine pellet rifle, will consider as I research these. IIRC there's been plenty of discussion here about these which I'll search for and read as well.
That looks to be a fine pellet rifle, will consider as I research these. IIRC there's been plenty of discussion here about these which I'll search for and read as well.
Posted on 10/27/24 at 6:36 pm to Mr Breeze
quote:#110 conibears in mink boxes will eradicate them all with no stress, no mess
trapping.
On the subject of PCP pellet guns, I have a cheapy. Benjamin Marauder and the accuracy of this thing is off the chain, especially with an adjustable, down to 10 yards, parallax scope. Makes a 22 LR obsolete inside 50 yards on small game, pests. All shots to the noggin, most thru the eyehole
Posted on 10/27/24 at 8:38 pm to Mr Breeze
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Squirrels in my neighborhood
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What is a good pellet rifle in the $500 range
Air Venturi Avenger, Benjamin Marauder, Umarex Gauntlet and similar models. You can pick one up with a decent scope for about $500. You’ll then need a compressor which is about another $400-500. Get a .25 cal.
A .30 cal PCP is overkill. A .22 cal PCP or even lever action CAN kill a squirrel. Hell I’ve killed a bunch with a .177 cal. However, I’ve wounded a lot of squirrels and other animals with the .177 and .22.
A typical .22 airgun is about 20% more powerful than a .177. A typical .25 cal PCP is about 400-500% more powerful than a break barrel .22 cal.
Posted on 10/28/24 at 7:14 am to Mr Breeze
Check out PyramydAir. They have a huge selection of pcp air rifles. There are several ways to charge your pcp. HPA compressor is probably a good choice. I got mine from VEVOR for $225. A hand pump will give you a good workout. And then a scuba tank to refill your pcp’s tank.
A good scope is recommended.
Or you can go the high road. I bought my Mora from Talon Tunes. Tony, the owner, will set your choice of pcp up for you. Take it out of the box. Put your scope on it. Your ready.
A good scope is recommended.
Or you can go the high road. I bought my Mora from Talon Tunes. Tony, the owner, will set your choice of pcp up for you. Take it out of the box. Put your scope on it. Your ready.
Posted on 10/28/24 at 7:22 am to Mr Breeze
Check out EdGun Leshiy’s table for one on YouTube. It’s where I got my pcp fever from.
Equipment I’ve bought…..
VEVOR HPA compressor
Arken scope
Tripod
0db silencer
Chronograph
Ballistol cleaning lubricant
Equipment I’ve bought…..
VEVOR HPA compressor
Arken scope
Tripod
0db silencer
Chronograph
Ballistol cleaning lubricant
Posted on 10/28/24 at 7:29 am to Squirrelmeister
I went with a “dirty thirty” after shooting a couple of coons with the 25 I had and nothing happened, except some snarling pissed off little bear.
I have the 30 traveling at 950fps. 50.15 grain H&N HP2 slugs. 100 ft lbs at the muzzle. Still have 75 ft lbs at 100 yards. And pin point accurate. Dispatches them instantly. And very little noise. Backyard safe……
I have the 30 traveling at 950fps. 50.15 grain H&N HP2 slugs. 100 ft lbs at the muzzle. Still have 75 ft lbs at 100 yards. And pin point accurate. Dispatches them instantly. And very little noise. Backyard safe……
This post was edited on 10/28/24 at 7:38 am
Posted on 10/28/24 at 8:40 am to chrome1007
Damn son… what kind of coons y’all growing?
A head shot with a 25 usually puts them down.
My 25 rips clean thru squirrels .
A head shot with a 25 usually puts them down.
My 25 rips clean thru squirrels .
Posted on 10/28/24 at 9:18 am to Shut Up Mulllet
Last one I dispatched weighed in at 25 lbs. I had a kral puncher jumbo dazzle 25. I think it was a European model.
This Mora with the H&N slugs is kryptonite on them.
This Mora with the H&N slugs is kryptonite on them.
Posted on 10/28/24 at 10:10 am to chrome1007
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I went with a “dirty thirty” after shooting a couple of coons with the 25 I had and nothing happened, except some snarling pissed off little bear. I have the 30 traveling at 950fps. 50.15 grain H&N HP2 slugs. 100 ft lbs at the muzzle
Yeah if mine was primarily a coon instrument if have gotten the .30 cal for reasons you mention.
It goes about like this:
.177 cal about 7 ft-lbs
.22 cal about 10 ft-lbs
.25 cal about 50 ft-lbs
.30 cal about 100 ft-lbs
.25 cal is great for squirrels because you can shoot them from any angle and get a pass through. You can shoot them in the arse and it’ll go through their vitals and out their head. A .22 cal won’t do that and you’ll get a lot of wounded animals.
The .25 cal is great for broadside coons to get a pass through but if you shoot them from behind in the arse thinking you’ll get a clean kill you would be mistaken. This is where a .30 cal would be significantly better. Depending on the design of the gun and tank, you could be sacrificing the number of shots before having to re-pressure the tank compared with .25 cal versions.
Posted on 10/29/24 at 7:34 am to Squirrelmeister
Also use it for problem coyotes
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