I used a Winchester 94 .30-30 in thick brush. It worked just fine. If your eyes are still good iron sights will do fine as well. If not I like the low powered weaver.
Black bear don't need the heavy hammer rounds like the .444 and .450.
If you opt for a bolt action, look at the Savage 11 light weight hunter in .260.
Black bear don't need the heavy hammer rounds like the .444 and .450.
If you opt for a bolt action, look at the Savage 11 light weight hunter in .260.