More success on squirrels with .22 or 12 gauge shotgun?

[Gun_Owner]

I always use a ruger 10/22 its a very accurate and reliable gun. Plus I've been hunting squirrels so long that I like the added challenge. Although I prefer to hunt them with a 10/22 I have used a shotgun before. For the people who think a 12 gauge is overkill I beg to differ with you. When I've used a 12 gauge for hunting I find less damage to the animal than when I use my 10/22. Also I find that .410s do more damage to the squirrel than a 12 gauge. This is because all of the .410s that I have seen or used had a tighter pattern compared to thepattern of my12 gauge but I suppose these results are based on certain barrel lengths and shells used. Either way I like my 10/22 and will probably never change guns.

[Rebel Hog]

Doug, I prefer .22lr or .410, but alot of guys use what ever they are comfortable
with....to each his own!

[heeze gutshot shortee]

a .22 scoped out is sufficient...Itll teach accuracy...and thats key to hunting accuracy and shot placement...Good to teach the younguns..BLESS YOU