If carrying a .45 ACP in the Appalachian mountains, would you prefer 185 gr HP, 185 gr FMJ, 230 gr HP, or 230 gr FMJ bullets, for protection against Black Bear?

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James G. · Answer

Hi Joseph and welcome. For bear protection, higher velocity Hard Cast loads are recommended:  https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/713095309/underwood+flat+nose+45+acp+p+ammo+255+gr+20+round+box ---------------------- or Underwood's Extreme Penetrator: https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/713086945/underwood+ammo+.45acp+p+200gr.

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