One you shoot well and is large enough to still do the job. Ie don't show up with a .243 and say "but I shoot it well and can put the bullet right where I want to!" Guide likely wouldn't be thrilled.
Also don't show up with a .458 Lott and not be able to hit a thing.
For me I'd grab my .338 win mag. Or if I needed an excuse to buy something else I'd look towards the .375ruger. if the guide was all right with it I wouldn't hesitate to take a .30-06 with premium 200 or 220s.
I should also add I've only taken black bears, if that actually matters.
-Jake
Last edited by Bocajnala; 06/29/20.
Small Game, Deer, Turkey, Bear, Elk....It's what's for dinner.
If you know how many guns you own... you don't own enough.
