Another fatal grizzly encounter in the west-guide out of Jackson Hole, WY was killed and his hunter mauled badly by a charging
female with half grown yearling cub. Happened in the Teton Range-September, 2018. Real recent.
If in bear country, whether deer or elk hunting-what you are carrying becomes your "bear rifle". If you are carrying a Savage 99 in 22 HP,
make your shots count.
Modern bolt rifles have no iron sights. Grizzlies are faster than black bears. They can catch a horse inside 100 yards. Part of the problem is
their speed. A Model 71 in experienced hands is FAST in cycling. Carrying a 44 or 45 Colt in a good holster is an excellent idea along with a belt knife.
Bear spray sometimes works....not always.
When hunting with the Model 71, insure that you have the best bullets available: Woodleigh, Alaska Bullet Works,Swift ,Hawk Barnes. They must
hang together-preferably bonded core. Practice careful cycling of the action. Then practice shooting and reloading. Get good at it.
