I know not another bear defense thread. The question I want to ask is simple. I have a 14 inch mossy 590A1 and I have 3 inch magnum brenneke black magic slugs. To me that sounds like a potent package.
However, I have owned and have the desire to own another 45/70 rifle, what keeps going through my head is, is there any advantage of a 45/70 over the package I mentioned above. When it comes to close quarters defense against big game. As I know the 45/70 has more range.
thoughts???
I asked in the hunting section as opinions from people that actually kill big game matters.
Here is the ballistic data for Brenneke Black Magic 3 Inch Magnum slugs.
Technical Information •Gauge/Bore: 12
•Shell Length: 3"
•Slug Type: Lead Rifled
•Slug Weight: 1-3/8 oz
Ballistics Information:
•Muzzle Velocity: 1502 fps
•Muzzle Energy: 3014 ft. lbs.
However, I have owned and have the desire to own another 45/70 rifle, what keeps going through my head is, is there any advantage of a 45/70 over the package I mentioned above. When it comes to close quarters defense against big game. As I know the 45/70 has more range.
thoughts???
I asked in the hunting section as opinions from people that actually kill big game matters.
Here is the ballistic data for Brenneke Black Magic 3 Inch Magnum slugs.
Technical Information •Gauge/Bore: 12
•Shell Length: 3"
•Slug Type: Lead Rifled
•Slug Weight: 1-3/8 oz
Ballistics Information:
•Muzzle Velocity: 1502 fps
•Muzzle Energy: 3014 ft. lbs.
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