Is 40 SW good for hunting?

The 40 S&W is a good cartridge. Some people claim it’s too snappy but I like it. The standard 180 grain bullet is quite a bit heavier than 9mm projectiles while gaining a bit of capacity over a 45. The claims that 9mm with modern bullets is better than it used to be is true to some degree.

What caliber would stop a bear?

Considered by many to be the minimum for big bear defense rounds, the . 44 Remington Magnum was first introduced in 1955 for revolvers and gained widespread popularity in the 1970s thanks to Dirty Harry. While some may consider it the minimum, it’s plenty powerful enough to stop an onerous bear.

What handgun can stop a grizzly bear?

Hunters have successfully used Smith & Wesson Model 629 for bear defense for years and this is probably one of the more common choices for dealing with a bear attack. Chambered in . 44 Magnum, the stainless steel 629 is a potent and versatile handgun.

Can you use a 40 cal for deer hunting?

any cal would kill a deer but i would say a 10mm or 45 acp +p would be better. If you where to do it id say 15-25 yards max if you can hit a paper plate every time at that distance and the heaviest bullet you can throw at them for penetration.

Can you hunt with a .40 cal handgun in Ohio?

No, the . 40 S&W was not designed nor imagined as a deer cartridge. The cartridges that are approved are as follows . 357 Magnum .

Which is better for home defense 9mm or 40?

40 FMJ ammunition is superior to 9mm FMJ ammunition as a self-defense cartridge. Yes, this is a massive generalization, but the fact remains that 9mm is a far more effective round than it used to be. 9mm is also far less snappy than . 40 and carries 1-3 more rounds on average.

Is a 40 caliber a straight walled cartridge?

Registered. Thats the key: STRAIGHT WALL cartridge, the . 40 S&W isnt a straight wall cartridge, just as a . 45 ACP isnt, etc……

Would a 40 S&W be enough to kill a bear?

Used properly, a .40 S&W is more than enough to back the bear off and allow you to escape. But, it requires understanding the animals you are likely to encounter. Knowing the country you are entering and the type of animals I think Greg Klebanoff’s answer is correct as far as it goes. I know two people who were attacked by bears. Both in Alaska.

How good is the A40 for bear hunting?

A 40 is a service caliber, decent against people, a poor choice for stopping even a smallish bear during an attack. You won’t get a headshot. It’s better than fighting w/ your hands or a knife, but not your best choice buy a good margin.

Do You Carry Your 40 Cal when in Bear Country?

I carry my .40 cal when in bear country and most guys I’m with carry the same weapon or 10 mm. We use buffalo rounds designed for deep penetration on big animals, like a bear. Situation awareness is important but if a bear has made its mine up to attack you generally you are in no position to get a good shot.

How many times has a handgun been used to kill a grizzly bear?

A .40 caliber handgun was used three times — each one of which was successful. It is worth noting, however, that each of these instances involved black bears, rather than grizzlies. Either way, that’s a pretty solid record.

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