8X worked. No doubt I'd choose 10x next time. But it was only a griz- not a brown. She was a mite confused, but not serious.

Now, for a bear that was serious.... I'd want at least an 9 X19....

Oh, and in hand.

That cased, empty-chambered .30-06 20 yards away just did not cut the mustard. (Not commenting about me)

Nor did stupid, but you gotta go with what's at hand. smile

No animals were harmed in this exercise, which would not have been the case with arms in hand. Them poor little orphan cubs...

Win- win.

I cannot recommend.... smile

A poster case for lucky better than good - all around.

Last edited by las; 07/17/20.
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