Been thinking of a BLR in 450 Marlin for bear protection when hiking or camping. I had a pistol grip BLR 243 bored to to 260 Rem that was a delight to carry for deer and miss it a lot. Should have kept it. This would work great to get me back into a BLR and also have a powerful carbine for bear protection. I had a 375 Ruger but it was heavy and didn't fit well, super accurate though. I think I will not even scope it and just run the iron sights.
Looks like lots of good bullets that could fit the bill, 350 gr Swift, Woodleigh or Speer, 405 Woodleigh, Barnes 300 gr TTSX or maybe even a cast bullet. Don't know why I never looked at this combo before.........
