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  1. G

    .50 vs .45 For Hunting Buffalo?

    I'm going to Africa to hunt buffalo and possibly hippos as well as perhaps rhinos. As a backup weapon I currently have the option of choosing something that'll shoot a .50, 300gr solid at 700fps or something that'll shoot a. 45, 255gr solid at 1050fps. Which of these would be the better option...
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    • 45 acp 50 bullet buffalo hunting
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    Why not a .50 carry cartridge?

    Right off the bat, I am NOT talking about carrying a .500 S&W for self defense. I am wondering why a cartridge like a .45 ACP is not increased in bore diameter and fired at similar velocities. Imagine a 260 gr bullet, .499 inch diameter, 900 fps. It wouldn't kick much more than a normal .45...
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