[Extremely Extreme Extremist]

A .38? LOL! That’s a mosquito bite to the bear.

[vetvetdoug]

I don't think that is a .38....looks to me like a .454....which packs quite a wallop if you can get one well aimed shot off. If the weapon is still in your hand after the first shot one can take a second shot.

[Dusty Road]

I believe thats a 500.

[Disambiguator]

That’s not a .38.

Look closely at the caliber stamped on the barrel.

[VOA]

I think that’s a Ruger Alaskan; shoots the .454 Casull (sp?).

I am shocked to see documentaries of folks that don’t carry such
a piece (or equivalent) in real bear country.
At least it gives you a fighting chance, even if the margin for error
in shot placement with a charging bear is practically zero.