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mete · June 30, 2014, 08:03 AM

jeager, yes that load will do it !!!
For big bears I would use premium bullet for better penetration or a hard cast SWC or one with a large meplat.You can buy hot loads or make them but remember that they can bite at both ends ! The 45-70 is effective not from velocity but because it punches a large hole !

June 30, 2014, 08:03 AM	#11
mete Senior Member Join Date: June 14, 2004 Location: NY State Posts: 6,575	jeager, yes that load will do it !!! For big bears I would use premium bullet for better penetration or a hard cast SWC or one with a large meplat.You can buy hot loads or make them but remember that they can bite at both ends ! The 45-70 is effective not from velocity but because it punches a large hole ! __________________ And Watson , bring your revolver !