What is powerful enough to handle a bear, yet small enough to pack in a back pack, and reliable enough to inspire confidence, and accurate enough to get the job done.
Well, I won't go overboard, but the Ruger Redhawk 44 magnum in 4 inch barrel, fits the bill precisely.
It is not light weight, but it is not a pain to carry, if you use a good holster.
It is weighty enough so that you can easily control it under recoil, and a Weaver stance helps, if you are doing multiple shots.
The Ruger trigger is about 2 lbs single action. Good for careful shots within 75 feet.
My experience with this model has impressed upon me the need to practice good trigger control.
As reflected in the picture....a two hand hold can do OK at 75 feet single action.
I have never tried this in the double action mode.
When hiking in the woods, in bear country, you really won't need to worry too much about what may be lurking beyond the next bush. But if something bad comes upon you, this gun will equal the odds.
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