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I've read that one of the Nordic countries has chosen that platform for their forest rangers, specifically because of bear. I've shot one and would love to own one to go with my other Glocks - I honestly can't account for the lack of perceived recoil from a platform that light except for excellent ergonomics.

My current ranch gun is a S&W 686 with a 2.5" barrel. Great for size but the .357 is a little light for bear, IMHO, although I'm told that others have used it with success. Torn between upgunning to the Glock 20 or a Smith .44 magnum. Neither is a concealment piece but that isn't what you're after.

I had that same gun ages ago. It was my favorite gun to pull out at the range after the sun had set.

I wanted something light and the most likely threats are two legged, mountain lion and black bear. Maybe a small brown bear but I have never seen one yet. If there were more brown bears, I probably would have put up with the extra weight of the 44.