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Back-up gun?

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19 September 2004, 03:17
Tweesdad
Back-up gun?
Hi folks,
Leaving on 10/28 for a boar hunt. Using a single shot rifle in 45-70. Outfitter suggests carrying a back-up gun of at least .357 magnum. I can see his point, and have no problem with it except that I don't own a .357.
Question: What factory load would you use in a Sig P220 .45ACP?
In the event that I screw up my first shot, and don't have time to reload, I really do think that a magazine load of .45's will do the job.
Opinions?
19 September 2004, 04:14
jeffeosso
the 45 is superior to the 357 in this situation.... with the potential exception that the 45 is an autoloader.. but that's arguably

jeffe
19 September 2004, 05:10
juanpozzi
I HAVE A LOT OF HANDGUNS BUT THE LAST 4 YEARS I USED A GLOCK40 US BACKUP IS ADECUATED I SHOT A LOT OF HOGS WITH IT TO FIND AND INJURED BOAR IN THE BUSH I USE A MARLIN GUIDEGUN 4570.JUAN