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I.O. Eric
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    Post by Maslow1 Thu Mar 28, 2013 3:07 pm

    whats the best shotshell size for squirrels during the fall and winter. would i need to change ammo when hunting when its colder out
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    Post by I.O. Eric Thu Mar 28, 2013 3:09 pm

    I like a low brass number 7...but in late season when the leaves are off I like to take my Benjamin air rifle out....talk about a challenge and some fun


    also glad to see ya on the site Nick
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    Post by Maslow1 Thu Mar 28, 2013 3:11 pm

    i use a 12 gauge pump shotgun. never been able to hit anything with a 20 gauge or shot size over number 6 high brass. cant hit anything with low brass
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    Post by IOBSpears Thu Mar 28, 2013 9:37 pm

    Keep on busting those antler chewin rats.
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    Post by I.O. Jess Fri Mar 29, 2013 12:09 am

    I haven't went squirrel hunting in a long time. I need to load my quiver with some extra arrows and do some squirrel hunting while I deer hunt...lol. I always see them then Smile.
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    Post by IOBSpears Wed Apr 03, 2013 7:25 pm

    I like to use 6 shot versus the 7 gives you a touch more reach and less bbs to spoil the meat, But i am all for that Benjamin air rifle once the leaves are off.
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    Post by Bowhuntress Mon Apr 29, 2013 2:03 pm

    I usually use a 22 to squirrel hunt!! But we just use a single shot!!
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    Post by Maslow1 Mon Apr 29, 2013 8:47 pm

    cant wait for next squirrel season to get here. im getting 2 new shotguns i want to try on squirrels
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    Post by I.O. Jess Mon Apr 29, 2013 10:37 pm

    What are you getting Nick?
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    Post by I.O. KyleDew Mon Apr 29, 2013 11:38 pm

    I use my 20 gauge with low brass shells or just my 22. I have had lots of success with both.
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    Post by Maslow1 Tue May 14, 2013 8:39 pm

    im either getting another winchester 12 gauge or a mosseberg 500 12 gauge

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