NorthBorder
Member
Have we talked you into a 10mm yet?
If you're worried about cougars, just be sure to have enough wine and chopped fruit to make a few sangrias. That'll pacify her real quick.
And yes, a .45ACP should take care of anything east of the Mississippi. Sure 10mm is more powerful but is it enough of a difference to really make a difference? It's still just a pistol caliber after all.
Like others have said.....go with what YOU shoot the best under pressure.
But what is the justifiable reason for ditching a powerful revolver for something that is less powerful and spits your brass all over hell's half acre?There is only one possibly justifiable reason to ditch the 45 acp for something in 10mm:
you want to.
That is a good way to carry a longer handgun and a good all around choice.My woods, hiking, trail riding, etc gun is a Glock Model 40 10mm with my 180gr Swift A frame reloads.i carry that combo in a chest rig. Stays put stays secure, and is easy to reach if I ever need it.
Here in the southeast any critter 2 legged or 4 legged I may possibly encounter will have a bad day.
One thing to keep in mind with the .45 is that if you want a bit more power you could always run .45 Super (also 450 SMC).