It has been interesting reading all the posts about squirrels. As a kid growing up in the eastern panhandle of West-by-God, I had a keen passion for hunting them. Every chance I had I would grab my 22lr and head for the woods, which were just several hundred yards behind the house. It is only a slight exageration to say it was almost dangerous to be in the woods in those days. Bushy tails were thick as fleas on a dog's belly. The greys outnumbered the fox squirrels by at least 10 to 1. According to the locals, it is now the reverse. I never liked to shoot the fox variety. They are tough to skin and tough to eat. Of course, a pressure cooker could remedy the latter problem.
Anyhow, the urge to hunt them again grabbed me hard a couple of months ago. I have lived the last 15 years in ole Mexico and most of my guns I sold before making the move. I enjoy Mexico, but I have decided to spend the fall of the years I have remaining back where it all began. And, of course, pursueing the bushy tail will be my main activity. I thought about having a 32 flinter made up, but decided against that. At my age (79) you dont want to commit to what may be a lengthy wait. Someone else may end up taking delivery. So, I called a friend who is a black powder smith and has a shop in southern Pa to see if he had something that would fill the bill. He had no 32's on hand but was starting a project that may interest me. I gave him the green light, and talking with him just this past week, I should soon have what I need. I certainly look forward to spending those fall days back in WVa.
I got a bit long winded here. Sorry.
