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Old 09-27-2011, 07:06 PM
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Originally Posted by ArchAngelCD View Post
IMO using a short barrel .357 Magnum revolver on wild hogs is ill advised. (and I really like the .357 Magnum for most jobs) BUT, if you were to use one I would suggest a 180gr WFNGC Cast Performance bullet over a stiff charge of W296 or Lil'Gun. That bullet will punch through a hog fairly well...
I gotta agree, AACD. I killed a 300lb boar w/ my 8" Colt Python. You DEFINITELY need a hardcast solid to penetrate and break bones. If I hunt boar again, I'll be totin' either my .44 Magnum or my .45 Colt S&W Mountain Gun, loaded with the heaviest hardcast bullets that I can find.......
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