rwh
Senior Member
CZ w/ a Leupold
yeah, it's crazy to have as much tied up in a squirrel set up as a deer set up. but, i'm with you on that combo.
CZ w/ a Leupold
I like head shots with my AR-15 for tree rats. But if you are trying to save the hide I like my 22lr. I have a Remington 597 semi auto with a 30 round banana clip that is great for squirrels. A 22lr is too small for hogs but the AR-15 would be a better option. But it will be a little over your $300 budget. The AR-15 is also a good option for HD and mid sized game so it is a better all around gun.
I assume when you refer to using an AR15 for squirrels you mean a .223/.556 if so, that is not only dangerous by firing a centerfire rifle into the air but also it is illegal to use centerfire rifles for small game hunting,. The regs state a .17 caliber or larger rimfire rifle or muzzleloader.