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fisherman66 · November 12, 2008, 07:06 PM

It's HIGHLY doubtful that accuracy is going to be an issue on a bear hunt where ranges are most often under 100 yards and the vitals area is fairly large.. Selecting an appropriate cartridge in a rifle you are comfortable firing would be a much greater concern to me. If you are anticipating an angry bear the next concern would be dealing with a possible misfeed and the speed of a follow up shot. I'd look at big bore levers or even a slug gun. Not that you asked for that unsolicited advice, so excuse me for being so forward.

November 12, 2008, 07:06 PM	#13
fisherman66 Senior Member Join Date: August 22, 2005 Location: The Woodlands TX Posts: 4,679	It's HIGHLY doubtful that accuracy is going to be an issue on a bear hunt where ranges are most often under 100 yards and the vitals area is fairly large.. Selecting an appropriate cartridge in a rifle you are comfortable firing would be a much greater concern to me. If you are anticipating an angry bear the next concern would be dealing with a possible misfeed and the speed of a follow up shot. I'd look at big bore levers or even a slug gun. Not that you asked for that unsolicited advice, so excuse me for being so forward. __________________ la plus belle des ruses du diable est de vous persuader qu'il n'existe pas!