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PA Hunter37 · January 31, 2012, 12:18 PM

Here it is...
I'm looking into getting a revolver that I can use for hunting.
I primarily want to have it for the challenge of deer but I also want something that will make a bear think twice.
I've read that a .357 Magnum or a .44 with about a 6.5" barrel are good general use handguns.
Up until now I've been strictly rifle. Anyone have any advice for a first time owner/shooter? DA or SA?
By the way, beginning to get arthritis in my hands so I want something that I'll be able to handle for some time before the recoil makes it too painful to shoot.
Help!

January 31, 2012, 12:18 PM	#1
PA Hunter37 Member Join Date: January 30, 2012 Location: Back in PA after 20 years Posts: 34	First Time owner Here it is... I'm looking into getting a revolver that I can use for hunting. I primarily want to have it for the challenge of deer but I also want something that will make a bear think twice. I've read that a .357 Magnum or a .44 with about a 6.5" barrel are good general use handguns. Up until now I've been strictly rifle. Anyone have any advice for a first time owner/shooter? DA or SA? By the way, beginning to get arthritis in my hands so I want something that I'll be able to handle for some time before the recoil makes it too painful to shoot. Help!