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FrankenMauser · April 4, 2010, 01:15 AM

Yes, the "graduated firepower" method works best.

Start with the low power, close range weapons. As the vermin begin attempting to outflank you, at longer distances, pull out the bigger weapons. Lather, Rinse, Repeat; until you are maxed out. At that time... make a sandwich, take a break, to enjoy the Spring weather, and watch the squirrels come running to the scent of lunch.

When they are properly de-spooked; return to the battle.

Or...

Start out at long range (if the problem is fairly localized), and hone your skills with challenging shots. (I enjoy the 'Red Mist' happy ending with my .220 Swift, but even .22 LR or .22 WMR can be put to use for appropriate, longer shots.)

April 4, 2010, 01:15 AM	#6
FrankenMauser Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2008 Location: In the valley above the plain Posts: 13,424	Yes, the "graduated firepower" method works best. Start with the low power, close range weapons. As the vermin begin attempting to outflank you, at longer distances, pull out the bigger weapons. Lather, Rinse, Repeat; until you are maxed out. At that time... make a sandwich, take a break, to enjoy the Spring weather, and watch the squirrels come running to the scent of lunch. When they are properly de-spooked; return to the battle. Or... Start out at long range (if the problem is fairly localized), and hone your skills with challenging shots. (I enjoy the 'Red Mist' happy ending with my .220 Swift, but even .22 LR or .22 WMR can be put to use for appropriate, longer shots.) __________________ Don't even try it. It's even worse than the internet would lead you to believe.