Treat lion like hunting bear, they’re really no different except there is a slightly higher chance of excitement. So not overly tough bullets at faster velocities (2,500fps+). Partitions, Accubonds, Raptors all excellent for the job. I used a .375 on my lion hunt in the Kalahari but would have been equally happy with a 7x57 or .30-06 if permitted where you’re hunting. Just like everything shoot accurately, the .458 is frankly way overkill and won’t necessarily be more impressive in effect on something soft like lion. On buffalo, sure, but cats it really has no benefit unless you just want to.
Glad to hear that we are on the same page, nice lion by the way if i were to guess i would say that lion is around 7-8 years old.
But looking at the teeth and claws gives you a better understanding of it,s age.
