Many will not agree on such a controversial rifle subject as "lever vs bolt action" open sights.{ Newer BA rifles have no iron sights}
I have both-- in heavier calibers including
a pre-64 M-70 in 375 H&H. For coastal bears in AK the 375 and a 450 AK is what I carry. Depending on alders and thick stuff.
Bottom line is people will carry what they carry-many times a "bear rifle" becomes
what's in your hands. A heavy revolver in a sturdy holster may save your life if
a rifle gets swatted.
This thread is about WHAT WORKS. Its not about favorites or
personal prejudices.
Another hunter was recently killed by a grizzly in Wyoming. Last year's
Forest Service off duty Ranger near Glacier Park----- makes two.
If you make the wrong choice-at the wrong time-someone will read about you
and what you used to carry before getting mauled.
Being a combat veteran-I listen to combat vets who have been there.
Same with bear hunters and bear guides. Talk is cheap. Experience is expensive.
