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Old 03-19-2018, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Big Grey Wolf View Post
What is +P, never heard of it, assume high velocity powder for heavy loads for my 357 magnum, please advise.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overpressure_ammunition
Kind of, usually +p is only available in 9mm 38spc and 45

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Originally Posted by Salavee View Post
I certainly support the ability to carry sidearms in the back country, but I am wondering what caliber or cartridge we should be chambering for Bear defence. I'm almost certain some chamberings would be grossly inadequate. What would you suggest ?
If your looking for a handgun in black bear country no smaller then 357mag in griz country at least a 44mag. Rifles I know many that go on backcountry patrol with a 30/30 or 32 win special. I use a 35 Remington and of course nothing much will beat a 45/70 or 450 marlin.
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