12 gauge defence recommendations

[sailor]

Originally Posted by Artist

Hey gang!

I'm looking to acquire a 'coach gun' style 12gauge side-by-side for some bear-county back-up. Looking for new or used, but not interested in China-made products. Can someone recommend brands who make this style?

Take SKS or M44- if you miss all 5 shots -you will still have a bayonet - just push stock firm against the tree behind you and wait for Bear to kill himself

[58thecat]

Originally Posted by coyoteman

As a bear hunting guide for many years,I was called upon many times to track a wounded bear.The bear now gut shot,badly wounded,is really dangerous.The weapon of choice a short barreled pump,12ga,loaded with slugs.Iron sights,quick to point.The shock of seeing a wounded bear comeing at you,at close quarters,the first shot most likely fired wild,wont be time to reload--I remember just that-The second killed him dead,reflexive panick i hit him again.If that bear gets to you he will lock on and shake you like a rag doll---Oh yes, go with a pump.

Man you should have had a GoPro on....that would have been something to see....from the couch!

[coyoteman]

The percentage probability of requireing a firearm for defence purposes is extremely low.The percentage probability of carrying a loaded shotgun day in and day out depending on the safety,puts the risk factor high,for an accident.This is why the pump action,is the best choice.Four slugs in the magazine,with a empty chamber,for safety.A quick shuck,and ready.That is why wildlife officers carry pumps.Police as well,with extended magazine.Always safety 1st. Go with the safe choice,a light weight pump.

[coyoteman]

Originally Posted by 58thecat

Man you should have had a GoPro on....that would have been something to see....from the couch!

Yes car wrecks from 5 kil 8th hussars---sooooooo fun--but expensive.

[catnthehat]

Originally Posted by Puma

Think Bear spray would have worked in that scenario ?

I was hunting bears to kill them not repel them!
I doubt very much spray would stop a wounded bear in such close quarters anyway
Cat