I bought the Ruger Alaskan 454 shorty barreled revolver for bear defense. It can shoot the 45 Colt as well. I have practiced with it, will continue to practice with it and feel comfortable about using it. A chest rig for getting to it "right now". I hunt and live where there are no "official" grizzly, and sometimes travel and hike through areas with grizz.
We have plenty of Black Bear and Cougar.
The 360 grain .454 Buffalo Bore hard cast rounds or any of the hard cast +P 45 Colt Bear rounds are good insurance.
I carry the gun on me , readily accessible at all times. Not in a pack, not nearby but on me.
My hunting and/or hiking companions also pack.
We have plenty of Black Bear and Cougar.
The 360 grain .454 Buffalo Bore hard cast rounds or any of the hard cast +P 45 Colt Bear rounds are good insurance.
I carry the gun on me , readily accessible at all times. Not in a pack, not nearby but on me.
My hunting and/or hiking companions also pack.
