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I am fortunate to own several airguns, and have enjoyed each one that I have decided to buy. I buy them for different reasons and purposes. Recently, I read an article on varmint hunting written by a good friend, and it made me think about the airguns I have and how they are used by me for different purposes.

At the time of this article, I have a couple of guns that I plan on keeping. Here is a list of them and why I have them. Hopefully, you will find a useful nugget of information or thought as to why you chose the airguns you did, other than "that was what was available."

Benjamin Marauder

I own serial #77 of the new Benjamin Marauder. I opted for the .22 version of this gun so that I have a wider possibility of prey that I can hunt with it. I bought if specifically for hunting, and the power level of this gun allows me to take every small game animal from rabbits and squirrels up to possum, raccoon, and groundhog-sized animals.  The adjustability of the gun helps me "tune" it for the level of power I want.....for instance, if I go on a rat hunt in an enclosed barn at night, I can turn the power down, get lots more shots, and not have to worry about filling up with air as often. But for squirrel hunting, I turn up the power a little, since I don't need as many shots available to take the limit of 6 squirrels.

Beeman R10

I like having a good, quality spring-piston gun available at all times. This one is a .177 caliber gun that I bought used on the classified adds on the internet off one of the forums. The quality and craftsmanship that went into this gun makes it a joy to shoot. It is my plinker and fun gun, doing double duty for pest control and small game hunting when I'm in the mood to use something besides a PCP. For a quiet walk through the woods, shooting at targets of opportunity like sparrows, starlings, twigs and dirt clods, and small game, there's nothing like a self-contained air gun and a pocket full of pellets. And in the event I ever get to try Field Trial competition, I feel confident this airgun would be a good candidate for the Hunter Class.

Crosman 101

Everybody needs a good pump-up gun.....and my 70-year old Crosman 101 has been refurbished and meets all the demands I have of a pump gun. Accurate with its peep sight, classic in appearance and function, it makes a great hunter/plinker/backup gun for nearly every occasion. And the history behind the gun just adds to the enjoyment for me as a shooter. My particular model was only made for one year, 1939, and is hard to find. 

QB-78

A good CO2 gun is a wonderful tool for teaching youngsters how to shoot. The power level is lower than a PCP, and the classic bolt-action method of loading and shooting that this gun features lends itself to teachable moments of gun safety and general shooting skills. A very accurate gun, this little gem has quite a following among airgun enthusiasts, and comes in several variations such as a sporter-style stock, a target stock, a thumbhole version, and various levels of trigger and barrel configuration. There are several "tuners" on the web who take this gun to some serious levels of power and reliability, and you'll find quite a few custom versions of this gun floating around out there!

Crosman 760

If you have kids, you need one of these guns. It has been made by the millions, and has brought generations of shooters into the fold. A simple, easy-to-use pump-up gun that so many kids have received as their first gun, it bring asmile to the face of a youngster who knocks over that aluminum can for the first time. Shooting BB's or pellets, it is a must have for the serious airgun owner, even if it is one of the most economical airguns to buy these days.

Diana 34

Perhaps the best selling model that RWS currently has in their selection, this classic spring-piston gun meets so many needs of the shooter that nearly everyone who shoots airguns recognizes the contributions of this gem. It features a power level that is just right for pest control, small game hunting, and plinking. It comes in the two most popular calibers, .177 and .22, and has been used for decades by airgun shooters around the world. My local police department even has one they use for pigeon control!

Now I have other guns, such as a custom .50 caliber muzzleloader that I use for big game hunting, but not everyone uses airguns to the extent I do. But for the average airgun owner/shooter, the above list is what I currently own and use often in my enjoyment of this sport of ours. If you are new to the airgun scene, take a minute or two and consider just why you are buying your airgun, and enjoy making your purchase here at Airgun Depot. They have a great selection, good service, and will strive to meet your airgun needs.