Killed a bunch of bears with a few over 350lb (dressed) with 7-08, 44 mag, 35 rem and 45-70. They aren’t that hard to kill. Biggest one was just shy of 500lbs. Marlin 336 35 rem 150 gr corelok traveled thru 3’ of bear and ended up in the offside skin. Perfect mushroom and 40 yard easy tracking job. I prefer a soft point bullet. Having two holes is always preferable but bullet placement trumps all. Take whatever you feel comfortable with and have fun. good luck on the hunt
