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More academic animal killing, like the rattle snake killers. What caliber gun should I pack with me if I come across a white shark in the cascades...?
Ruger sp101 357 mag.I do my share of hiking and was just wondering.
Considering that a mountain lion around these parts might weigh up to 120lbs, what would you suggest for an occasional day hike?
your choice would definitely get the job done but I believe hes looking for something he can carry while hiking. A 45/70 is not something i would care to lug around on a hike45-70 with some 500 gr. FMJ-FN Buffalo Bore ammo
Not necessarily.. I've been packing iron in the big bad woods for a ways and have hunted with regular handguns a bit from the getgo, finding it efficient and sporting.your choice would definitely get the job done but I believe hes looking for something he can carry while hiking. A 45/70 is not something i would care to lug around on a hike
Not necessarily.. I've been packing iron in the big bad woods for a ways and have hunted with regular handguns a bit from the getgo, finding it efficient and sporting.
I started the thread to just start a discussion on the subject and for people to share their thoughts.
oh thought you were looking for a carry gun for cougar protection while you were hiking. Since your accustom to heavy iron get a 416 rigby and be done with itNot necessarily.. I've been packing iron in the big bad woods for a ways and have hunted with regular handguns a bit from the getgo, finding it efficient and sporting.
I started the thread to just start a discussion on the subject and for people to share their thoughts.
Yea, the query is intentionally click baity, musing about what people would recommend for the activity could easily be construed as asking for personal advice.oh thought you were looking for a carry gun for cougar protection while you were hiking. Since your accustom to heavy iron get a 416 rigby and be done with it
But with the 45/70 he would be ready for LIONS TIGERS AND BEARS oh my.your choice would definitely get the job done but I believe hes looking for something he can carry while hiking. A 45/70 is not something i would care to lug around on a hike
Great recommendations. One thing I take issue with though is using heavily constructed bullets in instances where their benefit is marginal at best. The classic 158gr and 240gr jhp/jsp bullets out of .357 and .44 magnum handguns won't expand on deer-sized animals unless large bones are hit, just pencilling on through.In a rifle, a light weight Winchester 73 in 357 or a 94 in 30-30 (both about 5 lbs)
In a revolver, a medium size 357 (like a SP101) in a 3 or 4 inch barrel
In a pistol, A 9mm or better in a compact size (like a G19)
In all cases, use appropriate ammo.
Heavy for caliber, jacketed soft point, If you go with hollow point ammo, make sure it is a brand/type that has a record of good penetration, and cycles well in your gun.