Whilst I've heard many people say that the .44 Magnum handgun loaded with heavy cast slugs is an excellent bear stopper, my Win lever 30-30 is derided as being underpowered for journeys into bear country and I should get a Marlin 45-70. Whilst I accept that a bull slugger like the 45-70 will out power my 30-30 any day, surely my Winchester is much more powerful than even the best .44 Magnum and as such should be a reasonable weapon even if not the best when dealing with a hungry bruin. Opinions appreciated.
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Mike H
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Mike H