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Shrapnel, what part of Montana was that?
I got to see one in the park two summers ago. Coolest thing. I’ll see if I can find a picture and post it.
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I don't know squat about shooting bears, and the only ones I've seen have been in zoos or parks. That said, I'd feel pretty undergunned with ANY handgun, based on those bears. I'm a decent pistol shot, though, and since I know what I shoot WELL, I'd probably go with Mackay Sagebrush's .45 ACP loads, considering them to be the best in a bad situation.
Like I said, I don't know squat about shooting bears, but he lives in bear country, and I don't.
At least I know what I don't know.
You can roll a turd in peanuts, dip it in chocolate, and it still ain't no damn Baby Ruth.
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https://postimg.cc/gallery/mZkPMRQHopefully this works. My bear looks like a cub compared to that beast
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Shrapnel, what part of Montana was that?
I got to see one in the park two summers ago. Coolest thing. I’ll see if I can find a picture and post it. Southwest, near West Yellowstone. I spent my summers at our cabin there and the grizzly frequency was almost daily. It amazes me how much people will claim they know about something they know little or nothing about. This is not referring to you, it is others that will make claims about what they can or would do in a bear confrontation. Grizzlies were a common occurrence and they were killing cattle on the neighboring ranch. We actually heard the cows belowing one evening when a grizzly killed a calf and ate it while we responded to the noise. By the time we got to the site, the bear had eaten the calf, all but the lower legs and head. We are talking only in 2-3 minutes from the time we heard the commotion until we found the remains. I have killed 2 grizzlies and lived with them for years in a close and personal way, have seen them in every possible scenario from rummaging through garbage to false charges. These pictures exemplify the massive size of these bears and it is typical to have experts make judgements or claims about what they would do in a bear confrontation. Those bears spook the heck out of me, as I hunt that area each fall during bow season, and I don’t feel there is a real bear killer you are going to wear on your hip. It is certain, that you had better stop the bear, because a dead bear that isn’t down can still kill you…
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Shrapnel, what part of Montana was that?
I got to see one in the park two summers ago. Coolest thing. I’ll see if I can find a picture and post it. Southwest, near West Yellowstone. I spent my summers at our cabin there and the grizzly frequency was almost daily. It amazes me how much people will claim they know about something they know little or nothing about. This is not referring to you, it is others that will make claims about what they can or would do in a bear confrontation. Grizzlies were a common occurrence and they were killing cattle on the neighboring ranch. We actually heard the cows belowing one evening when a grizzly killed a calf and ate it while we responded to the noise. By the time we got to the site, the bear had eaten the calf, all but the lower legs and head. We are talking only in 2-3 minutes from the time we heard the commotion until we found the remains. I have killed 2 grizzlies and lived with them for years in a close and personal way, have seen them in every possible scenario from rummaging through garbage to false charges. These pictures exemplify the massive size of these bears and it is typical to have experts make judgements or claims about what they would do in a bear confrontation. Those bears spook the heck out of me, as I hunt that area each fall during bow season, and I don’t feel there is a real bear killer you are going to wear on your hip. It is certain, that you had better stop the bear, because a dead bear that isn’t down can still kill you… “I Hatchet Schrap, being of sound mind and broke legs, do hereby leaveth my bar pistol to…….”” 😁
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They add a lot of intrigue to the Montana wilds, that’s for sure.
Hopefully Montana gets a season for them bastards again.
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Truly big bears are rarely the issue. Recently disenfranchised males and sows with cubs are where the concerns lie.
Mark Begich, Joaquin Jackson, and Heller resistance... Three huge reasons to worry about the NRA.
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Once I Picked up a lightweight S&W 41 mag for fly fishing & Elk hunting in Colorado once.
I had it sent to my fav. Gunshop and the long time gunsmith happened to be there so I said - Hey Rudy .. come look at this… then told him what I’d use it for.
He told me - Make sure you file the front sight down.
Huh… I asked him why - would it help me draw it -
He said - Nope…
But it won’t scratch as much when I pull it out of my arse, because that’s where the bears going to shove it.
Old smart ass.
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The more experience I gain the more I am inclined to change my mind about what makes a great, defensive bear handgun. Even though I carried, and still own plenty of big bore revolvers a Glock 10mm with good ammo makes a hell of a lot of sense. One hand can release 15 rounds of hardcast into a mad critter a lot faster than with anything else. Easier to unholster, point, and hold onto.
My biggest fear is when I die my wife will sell my guns for what I told her they cost.
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Once I Picked up a lightweight S&W 41 mag for fly fishing & Elk hunting in Colorado once.
I had it sent to my fav. Gunshop and the long time gunsmith happened to be there so I said - Hey Rudy .. come look at this… then told him what I’d use it for.
He told me - Make sure you file the front sight down.
Huh… I asked him why - would it help me draw it -
He said - Nope…
But it won’t scratch as much when I pull it out of my arse, because that’s where the bears going to shove it.
Old smart ass. That's because you're a faaggot from Kansas..
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![[Linked Image from i.imgur.com]](https://i.imgur.com/9P1kTkE.jpg) You obviously haven't seen or been around any grizzlies, or you would know better than make that ridiculous statement. Yep, uh-huh, you betcha. Look, you posted dumbshit stuff and I called you on it. Maybe I'm the only one on this board that knows what a mature 6 point antlers look like. Or maybe I'm the only one to zoom in and notice that the carcass was down to hide and backbone. And maybe I'm the only one to know how to fake the size of an animal, which is why I linked the picture of my 3" long whistle pig laying over a stick. The point is that you posted dumbshit stuff again. Don't post dumbshit stuff and I won't comment.
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You obviously haven't seen or been around any grizzlies, or you would know better than make that ridiculous statement. Yep, uh-huh, you betcha. Look, you posted dumbshit stuff and I called you on it. Maybe I'm the only one on this board that knows what a mature 6 point antlers look like. Or maybe I'm the only one to zoom in and notice that the carcass was down to hide and backbone. And maybe I'm the only one to know how to fake the size of an animal, which is why I linked the picture of my 3" long whistle pig laying over a stick. The point is that you posted dumbshit stuff again. Don't post dumbshit stuff and I won't comment. You must be campaigning for the Beaver award for asswhole of the month. You sure got that place won, and it was a blowout in your favor…
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Once I Picked up a lightweight S&W 41 mag for fly fishing & Elk hunting in Colorado once.
I had it sent to my fav. Gunshop and the long time gunsmith happened to be there so I said - Hey Rudy .. come look at this… then told him what I’d use it for.
He told me - Make sure you file the front sight down.
Huh… I asked him why - would it help me draw it -
He said - Nope…
But it won’t scratch as much when I pull it out of my arse, because that’s where the bears going to shove it.
Old smart ass. That's because you're a faaggot from Kansas.. LOL, dla is "Christian Ed" check out his website. He's a gun x-purt......and a Christian. You can tell by how he comes across on this site. LOL
Let's Go Brandon! FJB
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Once I Picked up a lightweight S&W 41 mag for fly fishing & Elk hunting in Colorado once.
I had it sent to my fav. Gunshop and the long time gunsmith happened to be there so I said - Hey Rudy .. come look at this… then told him what I’d use it for.
He told me - Make sure you file the front sight down.
Huh… I asked him why - would it help me draw it -
He said - Nope…
But it won’t scratch as much when I pull it out of my arse, because that’s where the bears going to shove it.
Old smart ass. That's because you're a faaggot from Kansas.. LOL, dla is "Christian Ed" check out his website. He's a gun x-purt......and a Christian. You can tell by how he comes across on this site. LOL You looking for date? Try Grindr and maybe you and Spotshooter can get together.
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You obviously haven't seen or been around any grizzlies, or you would know better than make that ridiculous statement. Yep, uh-huh, you betcha. Look, you posted dumbshit stuff and I called you on it. Maybe I'm the only one on this board that knows what a mature 6 point antlers look like. Or maybe I'm the only one to zoom in and notice that the carcass was down to hide and backbone. And maybe I'm the only one to know how to fake the size of an animal, which is why I linked the picture of my 3" long whistle pig laying over a stick. The point is that you posted dumbshit stuff again. Don't post dumbshit stuff and I won't comment. You must be campaigning for the Beaver award for asswhole of the month. You sure got that place won, and it was a blowout in your favor… Oh that's so hurtful, I'm going to cry...
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Once I Picked up a lightweight S&W 41 mag for fly fishing & Elk hunting in Colorado once.
I had it sent to my fav. Gunshop and the long time gunsmith happened to be there so I said - Hey Rudy .. come look at this… then told him what I’d use it for.
He told me - Make sure you file the front sight down.
Huh… I asked him why - would it help me draw it -
He said - Nope…
But it won’t scratch as much when I pull it out of my arse, because that’s where the bears going to shove it.
Old smart ass. That's because you're a faaggot from Kansas.. LOL, dla is "Christian Ed" check out his website. He's a gun x-purt......and a Christian. You can tell by how he comes across on this site. LOL You looking for date? Try Grindr and maybe you and Spotshooter can get together. Notice how dla goes right for the homo in his replies? He’s not just an arsehole, he’s also a phag.
Let's Go Brandon! FJB
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Once I Picked up a lightweight S&W 41 mag for fly fishing & Elk hunting in Colorado once.
I had it sent to my fav. Gunshop and the long time gunsmith happened to be there so I said - Hey Rudy .. come look at this… then told him what I’d use it for.
He told me - Make sure you file the front sight down.
Huh… I asked him why - would it help me draw it -
He said - Nope…
But it won’t scratch as much when I pull it out of my arse, because that’s where the bears going to shove it.
Old smart ass. That's because you're a faaggot from Kansas.. LOL, dla is "Christian Ed" check out his website. He's a gun x-purt......and a Christian. You can tell by how he comes across on this site. LOL You looking for date? Try Grindr and maybe you and Spotshooter can get together. Notice how dla goes right for the homo in his replies? He’s not just an arsehole, he’s also a phag. He is also a dick because he likes them so much
I got banned on another web site for a debate that happened on this site. That's a first
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10 MM 220 Gr Hardcast I use a Springfield XDM 10 mm with heavier spring. Shoot it better and than my S&W model 29 than I have owned since late 70,s. I shot them side by side and dramatic difference. Just be aware of your surroundings and proficient with your weapon and relax.
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10 MM 220 Gr Hardcast I use a Springfield XDM 10 mm with heavier spring. Shoot it better and than my S&W model 29 than I have owned since late 70,s. I shot them side by side and dramatic difference. Just be aware of your surroundings and proficient with your weapon and relax. Kurt, Any issues with the Spingfield? How does it function with the heavier spring? Where did you get the spring? Thanks Randy
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