Questions for Form and other "small caliber for big game" folks

[ElPollo]

In both cases, it’s about having to shoot THROUGH alders as it’s getting away, or getting closer.

Unfortunate that ass-shooting got brought up again. However, there is no credible evidence that deflection rates differ between any calibers using spitzer-type bullets.

 

[B_Reynolds_AK]

Okay, thanks for the answers and feedback to my questions. Here is another one I've been stewing on:

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Since listening to Form's podcasts and reading more from all of the "smaller caliber for big game" pundits on Rokslide I've been trying to align a classic hunting trope about bullets with this newer information in my head.

We have all read that Alaska Grizzly Guides and Dangerous Game hunters in Africa will load their giant caliber rifles with solid non-expanding bullets in case they need to shoot charging Grizzly Bear or Buffalo in self defense at very short range.

Where is the logic in that strategy?

Would the Rokslide Small Caliber crew suggest a different bullet choice would be more affective?

To extend the question to the other end of the spectrum, wouldn't these guides and hunters have a better chance of protecting themselves from the charging beast using a 4:10 shotgun shell loaded with buckshot? (is that the ultimate frangible bullet after all?)

Thoughts?

P.S.-- I don't think Peter Hathaway would have liked what ya'll have to say!

Have you heard the very latest episode with Form? It goes into defensive situations a bit.

MM 239 | "Form" Answers Your Questions on Rifles & Ballistics

Podcast Episode · The Hunt Backcountry Podcast · 11/02/2024 · 1h 5m

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