[ottbmare]

Is there anything wrong with using a .410 as a small farmyard varmint gun? I’m thinking possums, etc.

[tcostell]

As the author of the piece, I certainly don't think so. I don't like to start out anyone on wingshooting with a 410 because the pattern is too small, but a small bore certainly has it's uses. The trick is not to try and make it do everything. IMHO, A .410 is a special purpose gun, not a general purpose gun.

[Andonius_99]

Is there anything wrong with using a .410 as a small farmyard varmint gun? I’m thinking possums, etc.

My dad uses his for varmints, both the woodsy and street-sy kind. It'll do the job better than a BB gun!

[Yo-Yo]

Nothing at all with using a .410 for farmyard varmit. I would suggest the .410 Snake Charmer to keep under the seat of the pickup.

But now there's also the Taurus .410/.45 Colt Judge revolver that would be easier to keep on your hip.

[PeteB570]

Most critters that size I can get with a long handled shovel. Less noise.

I save my Winchester 1300 Defender for critters that might try and get in the front door.

My dogs are good for an alert in both cases. If it gets on the fence or steps up off the curb the dogs go to barking.