itsatoolbox

If you really like Speer GDs, their 158gr will do the trick with most bears. However, given my druthers, I'd much rather a solid or SP for heavy or mean bears. I would very much like to try Beartooth's 210gr HC SWC handloaded, but am perfectly comfortable with 180grs (+1 on Buffalo Bore).

Good luck out there!

AutoFan

You might consider bear spray (OC on steroids) or just carrying that rifle in a more convenient manner.

retsupt99

If you do decide to shoot a big black bear with that .357, be sure to be wearing track shoes, and have someone go along with you who you can outrun.

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NY27

Thanks to all for their advice. I think that I'll just go with the heavier magnums in a soft point. I would carry the rifle in a more convenient manner but I need two hands to get to my blind. There are some pretty steep hills and rough terrain to get through. The Cabela's bag that holds a rifle or bow was the greatest invention.

Retsupt, yes, I am the fastest runner out of my hunting partners. LOL. I also have the least body fat, so they may enjoy chomping on my wife's chubby uncle a little more. Plus, he is the slowest of the bunch.

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Ring

hard cast is better then FMJ when it comes to tissue damage and penatration, due to the design of the HC's flat point

NY27

Well I picked up some Remington 158gr SJPs for my mag. Now I'm off to the range later today to sight in my hunting rifle and the .357 Ruger.

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