How big of a gun do you need for protection?

[Pine Donkey]

This is a story of self control and marksmanship with an itsy bitsy shooter by a woman against a fierce predator.

 

 

 

What is the smallest caliber you trust to protect yourself?

 

 

 

 

While out hiking in Alberta Canada with my boyfriend we were surprised by a huge grizzly bear charging at us from out of nowhere. She must have been protecting her cubs because she was extremely aggressive. If I had not had my little Beretta Jetfire with me I would not be here today!

 

 

Just one shot to my boyfriend's knee cap was all it took.the bear got him and I was able to escape by just walking away at a brisk pace. It's one of the best pistols in my collection. . . . . .

[Snapshot]

When it comes to Grizzlies.....I don't have to run fast....just faster then whomever is with me.

 

One of these days I am going to get a .500 S&W. No such thing as being overgunned when it comes to a ticked off animal.

 

As far as self defense against 2 legged vermin, I like the .40 S&W. But then again, I have not been able to try out the ballistics on an out of control crackhead...yet!

[elpepe25]

Good 1.

 

The words "too big" and "gun" should never collide in the same sentance.

[25-06]

Just one shot to my boyfriend's knee cap was all it took.

Yup, just gotta be a good shot...lol

[muddy]

elpepe25, where did you find your avatar? I really REALLY need that .jif

 

as far as the question, i carry a 40 cal and hope i never need it.

[AZLance]

As long as it is bigger and faster than the bad guys gun

[Snapshot]