Glock 20 10mm

[DBHAWTHORNE]

In WA state I hunt the Colville National Forest and surrounding public lands. It just so happens that I spend/have spent many days/nights in that country while on the job as a Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape Specialist. During those times I am not authorized to be armed. It has been my backyard/playground for the past 16 years and I know it inside and out. I have the very fortunate opportunity to spend more time in the mountains in a year than most get in several years or more.  Maybe that is why I feel more than comfortable with my 10mm pea shooter when I am there in a private capacity. 

[HuntandFish]

DBHAWTHORNE, I like the break down on the predatory species first off I am unsure of how I might handle a Bigfoot encounter, may shoot if seen at any distance....

I believe the 10mm to be a formidable caliber no matter the animal, it is just my opinion that the .44mag is superior in many circumstances in the back country(as per thread topic), not just in a self defense scenario (which is unlikely). You seem very confident and competent with your weapon, and at the end of the day that is what truly matters. But I do believe that when an attack is over wether you are dead or alive, in most circumstance you will not be counting more than 6 empty brass. And yes I hunt in wolf country and I think if I shot 5 (say I miss once, not likely ) those smart ass wolves will re group to reconcider there options and allow me to reload.

Plus you can't beat the long range shooting accuracy and ballistics of the 44mag. for any type of long range situation you may find yourself involved with, like say a bigfoot...

Also thanks for sharing your woods experience, sounds like a real fun job

Thanks,
H&F

[Karl Blanchard]

Good point about the bigfoot   never thought about that aspect!  I also recommend bigfoot mase!

[actionshooter]

You seem very confident and competent with your weapon, and at the end of the day that is what truly matters.

This makes more sense that comparing ballistics of all the options out there.
 Confidently drawing the weapon and hitting your target QUICKLY is where its at.

[7mmstalker]

This thread is all over the place, sorry for my part in that.
However, I find myself wondering............
If you encounter Miss Bigfoot, would none of you woodsman at least make an attempt to domesticate the beast?

[DBHAWTHORNE]

DBHAWTHORNE, I like the break down on the predatory species first off I am unsure of how I might handle a Bigfoot encounter, may shoot if seen at any distance....

I believe the 10mm to be a formidable caliber no matter the animal, it is just my opinion that the .44mag is superior in many circumstances in the back country(as per thread topic), not just in a self defense scenario (which is unlikely). You seem very confident and competent with your weapon, and at the end of the day that is what truly matters. But I do believe that when an attack is over wether you are dead or alive, in most circumstance you will not be counting more than 6 empty brass. And yes I hunt in wolf country and I think if I shot 5 (say I miss once, not likely ) those smart ass wolves will re group to reconcider there options and allow me to reload.

Plus you can't beat the long range shooting accuracy and ballistics of the 44mag. for any type of long range situation you may find yourself involved with, like say a bigfoot...

Also thanks for sharing your woods experience, sounds like a real fun job

Thanks,
H&F

 Thought you might like the bigfoot reference. 

I like the .44 Magnum... Especially from a backup hunting weapon standpoint as you mentioned before.

[DBHAWTHORNE]

This thread is all over the place, sorry for my part in that.
However, I find myself wondering............
If you encounter Miss Bigfoot, would none of you woodsman at least make an attempt to domesticate the beast?

That would be like Beauty and the Beast in reverse...

[Biggerhammer]

This thread is all over the place, sorry for my part in that.
However, I find myself wondering............
If you encounter Miss Bigfoot, would none of you woodsman at least make an attempt to domesticate the beast?

I would have a go at her!

[Dan-o]

Big Foot, really?             

[Biggerhammer]

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Big Foot, really?             

If a guy could sack Miss Bigfoot.

[high country]

Someone should tell the PH's in Africa to put down the 416's and grab some ar 10's. Obviously well placed large bullets are not the answer, and volume shooting is the answer.......especially here in Wa where we have to wonder if we might startle that massive 175 pound man eating bear......laffin.

[DBHAWTHORNE]

Someone should tell the PH's in Africa to put down the 416's and grab some ar 10's. Obviously well placed large bullets are not the answer, and volume shooting is the answer.......especially here in Wa where we have to wonder if we might startle that massive 175 pound man eating bear......laffin.

"especially here in Wa where we have to wonder if we might startle that massive 175 pound man eating bear"


and don't forget big foot.

 

Not just volume shooting.. We are talking about well placed rounds from a cartdridge that is reasonable for the threat (and distances to threat) that you may face in this part of the  country. The 10mm fits that bill perfectly (unless you are in areas where grizzly frequent).. that being the case...I think volume gives you the edge.... Lets relate it to concealed carry. The 9mm is considered a reasonable man stopper (as the 10mm can be reasonably considered a black bear round within 50 yards..and certainly at 10 yards and under)... Now.... if you were to get in a gun fight with a bad dude... Would you rather be holding the 9mm with 15+ rounds or a .357 magnum revolver (legendary man stopper) with six rounds? (granted I would rather be carrying a .45 ACP with 15-16 rounds but that isn't reasonable for most of us to conceal carry)   

[high country]

I would not feel handicapped with my buckmark. Having killed a few things with pistols, I don't stress it near as much as some. I have seen enough stuff killed with what so many consider sub par calibers that I tend to laugh at some of the comments.

Go to any village in Alaska and ask what they use to kill dinner.....the results might surprise you.

Keep a clean camp and situational awareness on high, respect the space of bears and don't go questioning strangers in the woods......you will be fine with a fishing pole for defense.

[Jim the Plumber]

Well, it is nice to know someone here has tested their recovery time and their ability to put a bullet where it needs to go.
I recall watching someone try and dispatch a domestic pig with a 44 mag at 15 yards on a stationary pig, and miss due to flinching.
While some will tout there abilities with the magnums, their in the field use is the polar opposite.

[Biggerhammer]

Well, it is nice to know someone here has tested their recovery time and their ability to put a bullet where it needs to go.
I recall watching someone try and dispatch a domestic pig with a 44 mag at 15 yards on a stationary pig, and miss due to flinching.
While some will tout there abilities with the magnums, their in the field use is the polar opposite.

Accualy turbo, it was at about 22 yards slighly moving left to right and  hit him in the Jaw joint. The quick follow up put him down. If I remember right, you shot yours first at 10" off the end of the barrel with a Glock. You're getting old Jimmy!

I'll always say it like it was because when it comes to you and our time around each other, well lets just day. You were learning.