I hunt exclusively with airguns (though i have been known to break out the old recurve from time to time, lol). Here in southern California, it's the best option. No smoke, no noise, no cops, lol. Right now I hunt with my Gamo S1k in .177 with a 3-9x32 Ao scope, sling, and a 14" bipod (I'll post a pic. It sends RWS super hollow points at 985 fps), a modified Crosman 1377 pistol in .177 (sends 'em at 600 fps) sporting rubberized grips, trigger and valve work, and a 4x32 scope, and then my childhood bird dropping favorite...A Crosman 664GT powermaster BB/pellet combo with a 4x20 scope. They are all good for hunting, but the Shadow 1000 has more than enough power for any resident small game around here (even turkey, chukar, rabbits, and pheasants). Very powerful and accurate gun. I've dropped starlings at 55 yards with body shots. Hope to be getting a PCP (pre-charged pnuematic) soon. Probably a Chinese B-50 with my budget, lol.

My S1k: