Dangerous Animal Protection

[ZigZagZeke]

I remember a discussion here a while back that centered on personal protection against large predators while hunting. It sprang up from the deaths of a few people due to grizzly attacks, particularly while field dressing game. People were talking about something with grizzly stopping power that was somewhat convenient to carry. Solutions ranged from large pistols to sawed off lever guns.

This morning my mind was brought back to that discussion by an article in "American Rifleman" talking about a Magnum Research BFR pistol that can be had in .45-70 caliber, and customized with things like a 3" octagon barrel. This seems like a perfect solution to the previous question. What do you guys think?

BFR Home - Custom BFR Revolver - Magnum Research

www.custombfrrevolver.com

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[UnionMillsNW]

If you want to practice shooting .45-70 out of a 3" barrel be my guest.

I think I'll stick with a .357 and take my chances with the grizzly!

 

[Member 34319]

Holy poop! Could they have put a smaller freaking grip on it!

 

[ZigZagZeke]

If you want to practice shooting .45-70 out of a 3" barrel be my guest.

I think I'll stick with a .357 and take my chances with the grizzly!

A .357 Mag won't give you 540 gr of flat nosed goodness.

 

[MannyGlocks]

Having your hand, wrist, arm broken or dislocated isn't something I care to experience...that being said, have you zzz shot one these cannons?

If so, details man, details and thanks....

 

[titsonritz]

I am comfortable with my manhood maxing out at 44mag on handguns and Larry Kelly has proven it will kill any animal walking on the planet including elephants.

 

[Stomper]

460 S&W Magnum (that can also run 454 Casull & 45LC) for the win...

 

[Medic!]

Why not a 500 S&W if you want something that big?

 

[MannyGlocks]

Why not a Thompson Sub Machine Gun with a 100 round drum magazine?

Sure, it's only a meager .45 apc round, but lots and lots of em will get the job done.

 

[CountryGent]

Ever so wacky; I like it. A .45/70 out of a 3" barrel; I've got to imagine that is going to be loud and bright. Like a religious vision or something.

 

[ZigZagZeke]

Having your hand, wrist, arm broken or dislocated isn't something I care to experience...that being said, have you zzz shot one these cannons?

If so, details man, details and thanks....

Nope, I haven't shot one, but it's an intriguing idea. It would go nicely with a Marlin Guide Gun, Model 1895 in .45-70.



I like using the same ammo in a pistol and rifle. My #1 Remington rolling block is chambered for .357 Mag as is my S&W 66 hunting sidearm.

 

[osprey]

Holy unburnt powder Batman, that is one BFR (Big Freakin Revolver) with a tiny spout. You could probably set a bear on fire with the muzzle flash. I would think it would be hard to utilize much of the cartridges potential with that stubby little barrel. I think I will stick with my rule of the barrel having to be at least twice as long as the ammo.

 

[titsonritz]

460 S&W Magnum (that can also run 454 Casull & 45LC) for the win...

To me, this is the round beyond 44 mag that makes the most sense, not only for the reasons you state but it is also available in lever actions and single shot rifles.

 

[CountryGent]

Neat idea of lever-gun and wheelgun in .45:70.

 

[ZigZagZeke]

Holy unburnt powder Batman, that is one BFR (Big Freakin Revolver) with a tiny spout. You could probably set a bear on fire with the muzzle flash. I would think it would be hard to utilize much of the cartridges potential with that stubby little barrel. I think I will stick with my rule of the barrel having to be at least twice as long as the ammo.

I would personally go for the 7.5" barrel.

 

[titsonritz]

Holy unburnt powder Batman, that is one BFR (Big Freakin Revolver) with a tiny spout. You could probably set a bear on fire with the muzzle flash. I would think it would be hard to utilize much of the cartridges potential with that stubby little barrel. I think I will stick with my rule of the barrel having to be at least twice as long as the ammo.

 

[ZigZagZeke]

Yep, the derringer was mentioned in the article. That's just crazy! BTW, BFR actually stands for Big Frame Revolver.

 

[ZigZagZeke]

Holy unburnt powder Batman, that is one BFR (Big Freakin Revolver) with a tiny spout. You could probably set a bear on fire with the muzzle flash. I would think it would be hard to utilize much of the cartridges potential with that stubby little barrel. I think I will stick with my rule of the barrel having to be at least twice as long as the ammo.

You had me rolling on the floor, laughing! Yeah, you could set the bear on fire with it, I'm sure.

 

[Twodogs]

For everyday trouble glock 10MM works for me,If you throw in big bears my 45/70 with 540 gr hard cast loads will stop anything that walks.

 

[Unicykle]

Just hunt with a fat partner you can outrun.