[flipper35]

I am looking for an air rifle that is inexpensive but accurate. I have a Remington currently but it is old and doesn't produce enough power any longer. I am guessing the seals which went neglected all last year. It is a pretty accurate rifle which is good because it is mostly used for the stupid ground squirrels around here and rabbits during rabbit season.

So, what can I get that is .177 that can hit a ground squirrel at 30 yards that is under $200? I would prefer to not get a pump again is it takes time to pump up. Is there an advantage to gas piston over spring air in the break barrel units?

If I had more money to spend I would look at a .25 PCP but a .177 shoots flat enough for my needs.

I have looked at the Crosman, Beeman, Benjamin, Gamo...

I have always liked the high end Beeman but the cheap ones are built across the big pond from what I understand and the Benjamin are built by Crosman in NY and are gas piston.