He would have loved the 500Mag.. But I think he would still have his preference for the M29 with his "Keith" pills loaded to his specs. It will take down anything in North America from Yeti's (hahaha) to Grizzley's.. Law of diminishing returns and all applies; I love the .460 and .500mag and have shot my share but they are a bit overkill for a sidearm game hunter looking for something to carry for protection or hunt with un-slung while in the woods.