Seems that way doesn't it? I guess bears are like horror films. There's an inherent human fascination with things they fear, and an inherent human need to be ready to destroy that thing they fear if the need arises. Firearms also often draw in outdoorsy types, who are more apt to run into bears. So I guess it's only natural.Hmmm...I wonder...do all gun forums have “Bear A.D.D.”?
You mention “bear” in a forum regarding a handgun and it’s like that cartoon dog in the movie “Up”.
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Did you even read the quotes from the article I posted? Those show the opposite.
The whole point of the article is to disprove the myth that spray is more effective than firearms. And the basis for that myth came from two separate studies done using different data, and different criteria for that data.
I read the article in its entirety. Twice. I know what's in there. I know there's conflicting percentages and different language used to go along with those percentages. It even goes into some details about how throwing rocks at black bears is a more consistent way to deter them than using spray.
The point is, the article I posted from 2019 well and truly debunks the article you posted from 2008. Don't misunderstand me, this is not a personal attack. I'm just calling attention to the reality of these studies.
I was interested in the 480 Ruger version for a while, but common sense eventually won the day. I simply don't need to defend against big bears normally in my woods wanderings. If for whatever reason I am concerned about it, I will carry a S&W Mountain Gun in 41 mag, Otherwise I more often than not just have a 22 revolver with me.
I would however enjoy taking a few shots. I'd even pay for the ammo.
Internet forum: I shot this cool big bore revolver
Inevitably on Internet forum: Bears!
Buy the used one, only shot twice....
Not till the new year, if either are still there. And the used one did have a very defined turn line. Plus it was kinda dirty, something I have not seen at this shop B4, though the bore looked good. Go figure...
I see black bears fairly often in the Blue Ridge Mountains in East TN. Have only seen one grizzly in my life and that was in Yellowstone NP.And 98% will never see a bear.
Also 480 Alaskan make more sense too
I've never understood WHY people get those snubby .454s. You're totally wasting the potential of the cartridge. If your purpose is to make a big flash, then that's a good choice. IMO the Ruger Toklat is a much better option with the 5" barrel.
That and you can burn the hair off any critter trying to chew on you if you have to use it!Convenience and packability. At least the .454 maintains some meaningful velocity where "lesser" cartridges lose quite a bit of velocity -- something to consider if the revolver is meant to save your bacon.
That and you can burn the hair off any critter trying to chew on you if you have to use it!