Annihilator
Hellion
I would be glad to help with rinsing your Glock if it falls in the mud...
Is the 1911 the Ideal Woods Gun?
- Thread starter Mike H.
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The last bear I killed was a little black bear with a bad attitude shot with one 357 round from an SP101. It could have killed one of the grizzlies we have around here in the 400-600 pound range.
It's not the calibre that makes the difference, it is the steel and brass in the shooter.
In my experience, if the bear charges from the brush you'll be damned lucky to clear gun leather much less get a controlled shot. But you must find a way to get it done. One shot; two if you're lucky.
It's not the calibre that makes the difference, it is the steel and brass in the shooter.
In my experience, if the bear charges from the brush you'll be damned lucky to clear gun leather much less get a controlled shot. But you must find a way to get it done. One shot; two if you're lucky.
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Ginkus
Operator
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45 ACP and Enforcer" refers to the popular .45 ACP pistol cartridge often loaded with Ramshot Enforcer gunpowder for faster, high-performance rounds, in a specific handgun like the Nighthawk Enforcer (a 1911-style pistol chambered in .45 ACP). The .45 ACP is a classic, powerful round, and using Enforcer powder allows reloaders to achieve impressive velocities (over 1000 FPS with 230-grain bullets) while keeping pressures safe, making it ideal for self-defense and target shooting. Additionally, competes rather effectively with the ‘almighty 10mm.’
45 ACP and Enforcer" refers to the popular .45 ACP pistol cartridge often loaded with Ramshot Enforcer gunpowder for faster, high-performance rounds, in a specific handgun like the Nighthawk Enforcer (a 1911-style pistol chambered in .45 ACP). The .45 ACP is a classic, powerful round, and using Enforcer powder allows reloaders to achieve impressive velocities (over 1000 FPS with 230-grain bullets) while keeping pressures safe, making it ideal for self-defense and target shooting. Additionally, competes rather effectively with the ‘almighty 10mm.’
Oldmountaiman
Custom
Long long time ago I carried a 45 LC in the woods and had Spitz dog that traveled with me then I was gifted a 1911 and the load was original 200 grain solid. I lived and worked in the high country then moved and went to the desert country before I left the high country the 41 mag became my other hand gun. When I was a Deputy Sheriff I was required to carry a 357 which I like. I still carry my 1911 to this day, no 357 or 41 but we have a couple of 9s for wife to shoot. A interesting thing happened back in those early years and the department had a couple of people from FBI were involved to discuss several things. We went to a area to shoot some different weapons. At that time I had a P 38 that a friend had given to me and it pretty much stayed in storage. The one demonstration was shooting at the windshield of some cars and to my surprise the 9s ricocheted off the windshield. I still carry my 1911 and I have a revolver, 45 LC and still hope to have another 41 mag. Yes I am aware of the improvements of the 9 and I think that's great and I am not down playing the new rounds all I know is what has done the job for me and what they have stopped and at my old age I will continue with my old friends.
Anchorite
Custom
A 9mm may expand but a 45 won't shrink.
Or is it, "I carry a 45 because they don't make a 46,"
Picaso uno
Operator
Perfect subject timing for me, I am looking for my first 10mm, handgun or carbine. Im not sure and have looked at the Ronin. Also considering others. Anyone have advice for me?
HayesGreener
Ronin
I have a SIG P220 10mm that is one accurate beast, but also a heavy beast to carry. Good news is it soaks up recoil.
I hear good things about the SA Ronin 1911 but I don't own one in my lineup
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Guys-I keep seeing all the talk about bears- and that’s fine BUT, y’all need to remember “bears” is a pretty broad field, ranging from a 150 lb blachie to more than a 1/2 ton of Kodiak. That 150 blackie is a lot easier to deal with and the big guy. That said, Blackbeard kill a lot more folks than the big’uns do and they occupy a big portion of the states. I’ve been up close and personal with a small Blackbeard years ago-the only firearm I had with me was a small bore muzzleloader loaded for squirrels (about .22 LR power). Frankly I’d have loved to have had a .357 or ,45 at the time (and since then I usually do have a decently power handgun on board). Nothing ba d happened, he didn’t see me and I watched him until he wandered off. I tell you, when you’re expecting a fox squirrel and a bear of any size heaves into view it’ll get your attention
Annihilator
Hellion
Revolver or pistol?
Picaso uno
Operator
Not a revolver. My dad has 2 ruger alaskan .480s. The 5 shot (rarest revolver on earth) and the 6 shot. I am a stainless 1911 guy but also wouldn’t mind a carbine with high capacity.
Picaso uno
Operator
Beautiful! Right in my wheelhouse
CCJ
Elite
I have a P220 in 45acp. One of my favorites. If I were to buy a 10mm the P220would be high on my list.
The Night Rider
Hellcat
Antelope get Rabies?