I had a contender 10" 22 barrel. It was accurate as can be. Like an idiot, I sold it.

Not trying to spend your money for you, but if you want accurate and a good squirrel weapon- Browning buckmark. I own the 7.5" version and it's scary accurate. Trigger isn't that great, but it's easily fixed. Despite the poor trigger, I've had several kills past 60 yards. It's a keeper.