What rifle should i use for bear hunting




















A bolt action is recommended because it is mechanically simple, can be partially disassembled in the field for cleaning, and is the most reliable action under poor weather conditions. Stainless steel is excellent for most Alaska hunting because it resists rust caused by rain or snow. However, stainless steel will rust with time so must be maintained after each day of field use. Alaska big game varies from the relatively small deer, goats to the largest game on the continent brown bears, moose.

In general, hunters should select a larger caliber for the largest game. Cover type should also play a role in cartridge selection. Sheep and goats are almost always hunted in the mountains where long distance visibility is the rule. A smaller, flat-shooting cartridge may be best here. Deer in the coastal forests of Southeast Alaska are often shot at less than 20 yards.

Moose in the Interior may be shot at intermediate distances. Select your cartridge based on the expected circumstances. A high quality rifle bullet placed into the heart or lungs of a big game animal at approximately to feet per second will expand or "mushroom" and destroy the vital organs. The shape of the bullet has no direct effect on its function, its accuracy, or its ability to kill.

A "round-nosed" bullet that penetrates and destroys a vital organ is just as effective as the most streamlined of bullets. However, a pointed bullet does not lose velocity as quickly as a round-nosed bullet.

For example, a. In comparison, a round-nosed grain bullet at the same speed will have slowed to feet per second at the same distance, because the pointed bullet can cut through the air with less resistance just like a sleek fighter jet. Under actual field conditions, this will make no difference between a good hit, bad hit, or miss. At distances beyond yards, a pointed bullet will not drop as quickly as a round-nosed bullet.

Most hunters should not shoot big game at distances further than yards. The bullet shape is not as important as the quality of the bullet and how well your rifle will shoot a particular bullet. Some rifles will shoot a pointed bullet more accurately and some will shoot a round-nosed bullet more accurately.

You should try quality bullets of both shapes to find out which weight and shape produces greatest accuracy in your firearm. A bullet must be "tough" enough to penetrate through skin, muscle, and even bone to reach the vital organs. It must also be "soft" enough to expand and disrupt the function of these vital organs. Photo credit: outdoorlife. Bear are tough game to kill and require heavy magnum calibers to be dealt with.

Additionally, it also depends on the kind of bear you are going to hunt. Black bears are the smallest, grizzlies are bigger, brown bears even more and polar bears the biggest. Some encounters with bears can end up in a wounded and charging animal.

For such situations, you need a rifle that can cycle quickly and also holds enough rounds to decide the situation in your favor. Additionally, the ability to easily mount a good scope is a necessary feature.

Bear hunting is not as common as hunting other non-dangerous game. But if you are planning to do so, choose the right and proven rifle for the job. The Ruger Guide Gun has been the most trusted companion of bear country guides and also African hunters. This gun is compact and very rugged. The muzzle brake helps with recoil and also removable, which all users like. Some users mentioned the rough bolt face, and low bolt-scope clearance as minor issues.

The legendary bear hunting rifle of all time. This gun is chambered in. The benefit being that it allows you to have a more compact gun with a smaller barrel. Further enhancing the handling and maneuverability.

The rifle is very well built and allows you to adjust the LOP with spacers. The iron sights are well-made and very useful. The three position safety is reassuring and the removable brake caters to individual preference. It is chambered in a new. The gun is versatile and can also be used for African game hunting.

However, it is a renowned and widely used rifle when chambered in. The Model 70 is a reliable and proven design that has been shifted into a durable and ergonomic stock for this model. The fluted match-grade barrel, pre claw extractor, anti-glare matte finish, three position safety and match grade trigger are factors worth spending money for.

The best part is that the. Plus, the rifle weighs only 7 lbs unloaded and adding a scope and ammo will only take that up to 7. The recoil is very manageable, and when used with gr TSX bullets, the rifle will bring down any bear. Chambered in the versatile. Buyers who like advanced customisable weapons and sporting rifles like the AR were very impressed by the design.

This is a precision rifle and is more suited for competitions due to its accuracy and design. There are many other rifles out there chambered in the. The effectiveness of. But a grain Nosler partition bullet shot within a range of yards with the right placement will certainly do justice to most bears.

The Ruger Precision is a value for money rifle that can be your go-to choice for matches, hunting or even SHTF when long range accuracy is required. The Bergara B is an accurate rifle right out of the box. This specific model feels and performs exactly as advertised. The rifle is capable of delivering sub-MOA accuracy at yards and the action is butter smooth and reliable.

The Bergara B series of rifles is well known for its accuracy and use in hunting and matches. The damage it causes is just enough to bring down any black bear. The action glides and the soft touch stock adds to the hunting experience. Bergara rifles are made in Spain and renowned for their barrels and match grade accuracy. This B ridge will be a great rifle for black bears, and also remain quite versatile and balanced for other games as well.

The Henry Big Boy is a tough and reliable rifle. Chambered in. The adjustable sights work really well and the rifle is a lovely piece for gun enthusiasts. This rifle was included on this list because it offers a great rate of fire and is very easy and compact to handle. But will handle black bears very well. You use it for stalk and hunt situations, or to tackle a charging black bear.

The magazine holds 7 rounds which are enough to decide the situation in your favor unless the bear gets you first. The iron sights work very well and are adjustable for maximum effect.

It carries ample ammunition and delivers a good rate of fire. The aesthetics are great and the rifle will last for years to come. The Marlin has seen more hunting than many rifles present today. This is probably the best bear defense gun you can have. You will get some funny looks if you tell people you use a. It is dependable and very ergonomically comfortable, and with a ported barrel the recoil is mild, so follow-up shots come quick.

This makes it an ideal sidearm for bear country. On the autoloader side of things, my favorite handgun is the Glock The Glock is a very shootable pistol, and with some practice it can be extremely fast on follow-up shots. Although I favor more shootable cartridges, the Ruger Super Redhawk is a great back-up gun if you can shoot it well.

These revolvers are very dependable and rugged, and a hot-loaded. The Super Redhawk is one of the most popular sidearms in the Alaskan wilderness for good reason. Giant revolvers, though still popular, are somewhat antiquated.

The Glock 20 is rapidly becoming the preferred arm of choice, and for good reason. It is more streamlined, more shootable, and it carries more ammo than a revolver, yet it is still dependable and powerful. Chances are an encounter with a bear that requires using a pistol will happen very fast.

You may not even have time to aim, but any edge you can give yourself helps. XS Sight Systems makes by far the fastest-acquiring sights that I have used.



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