I recommend an Airforce Talon SS air rifle with a decent scope. The SS version has a LEGAL integral silencer that keeps the noise to a minimum. I use one of these in 22cal to keep the squirrels out of my yard. Very accurate, quiet, etc. The squirrels here appear to be territorial. Once I eliminate the local population it takes several weeks to a month for them to be replaced. This means the hunting is sporadic and easy to keep up with. It works for me. RT

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