[ImJustAnotherOkie]

.357 has a ton of penetration and high speed.

I’ve had a couple of .45 and can attest shooting at anything over 30 feet you have to factor in bullet drop.

The bullets are big but they are pretty slow.

[Dr. Franklin]

I’ve had a couple of .45 and can attest shooting at anything over 30 feet you have to factor in bullet drop.

The larger caliber is needed exactly within 30 feet for a charging bear. Beyond that a rifle would be more accurate. A shotgun with slugs work, but in case of surprise may not be handy.