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    Default Which ammo for 44 Mag against bear?

    I just got a Ruger Redhawk 44 mag with a 5.5 inch barrel. I will be using it for self defense against black bears in NE PA while I'm archery hunting. What would be the ideal cartridge for this gun against bears?

    Thanks Isaac.

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    Default Re: Which ammo for 44 Mag against bear?

    Quote Originally Posted by Hobbs4421 View Post
    I just wanted to update those who were interested in this thread. I am happy to announce that I have a new Ruger Redhawk with a 5.5 inch barrel! This gun is perfect! I love it. I tried a few different types of ammo so far, but I am not done testing it out. I love the 320 gr Buffalo Bore! They have so much power! I never felt anything so powerful!
    I think you're already shooting it. It's probably overkill on a black bear but if you're shooting one during archery, I'm guessing you don't want to take chances as the shit has hit the fan.
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    Default Re: Which ammo for 44 Mag against bear?

    I'd shoot it with a camera. Every black bear I've ever seen has turned tail and run once it discovered my presence. It's always good to be prepared though. Excellent choice!

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    Default Re: Which ammo for 44 Mag against bear?

    Quote Originally Posted by unclejumbo View Post
    I think you're already shooting it. It's probably overkill on a black bear but if you're shooting one during archery, I'm guessing you don't want to take chances as the shit has hit the fan.
    Yeah.
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    Default Re: Which ammo for 44 Mag against bear?

    Buffalo Bore .44Mag+p+ 340gr. If you dare. Not for all pistols but Ruger Redhawks are rated OK for this load. You will not like the recoil.

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    Default Re: Which ammo for 44 Mag against bear?

    Shoot with what your accurate with not necessarily the most potent. I carry my Model 29 with standard store bought hard cast 290gr.

    Now if I was venturing in Brown bear or Grizzly country then I'd probably re-think my choices.
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    Default Re: Which ammo for 44 Mag against bear?

    Quote Originally Posted by pennlineman View Post
    I'd shoot it with a camera. Every black bear I've ever seen has turned tail and run once it discovered my presence. It's always good to be prepared though. Excellent choice!
    I had one that did not leave until I fired warning shots, he wanted on my deck in the worst way. The 3 full sized dogs were not effective.
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