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[Scotay42]

.22 will do all you need. I use .25 on coyotes, shot placement is key. Know your gun and your limits. Pretty simple,if you do not have the proper shot, do not take it. Even a slow .22 crossman will take out about any varmint within 50yds. Some are tougher than others, if you are worried, study said animals anatomy a bit more. Bigger caliber is not always the answer, knowledge is.

 

[DevilSquid87]

@Scotay42 You are absolutely right about shot placement. As far as picking up an airgun, Im seeing alot of good offers popping up.

 

[SpindleB]

Once you get enough posts to use the PM function here, there are options to be found in the Classifieds. Right now, there is a Hatsan Flash, scope, moderator, and hand pump in the classifieds for $200 shipped. I'm not a huge Hatsan fan, but for $200, that leaves a lot of $$ left over for pellets. That Hatsan will take any of the critters you listed above.

Hand pumping it will be a pain, but if used for the occasional pest, shouldnt be an issue.

Welcome to the forum and the rabbit hole.

As the guy with the Flash (THANKS), it is a very good starter and the pumping is a workout.

You can text me at nine two five seven zero eight six five zero four if you are interested.

I don't shoot the Flash anymore but it holds air, has an adequate scope and a moderator to quiet things down. It starts pretty quiet and the Belita is enough to make it very backyard friendly. I can send it full of air.

-- Matt