I imagine that if you don't F with any bear cubs your chances of being attacked by a black bear are pretty slim
What if the bear is throwing snakes at you?
I’ve never been attacked by any animal i haven’t F’ed with first and i have encountered bears, bears with cubs, all sorts of snakes, bob cats, and a cougar. When i carry in the woods it’s for people (who mean me harm obviously)
You stand far more of a chance of being attacked by either people or a pack of dogs that have banded together and gone feral.
I carry a Glock 20 and two extra mags at the Undisclosed Location. The first mag is FMJ or solid copper bullets depending on what I have. That's for the unlikely case I have a bear encounter.
The other two mags are Underwood JHPs and will give a person, a coyote or a dog a bad, bad day.
I need a Glock 20, that may be bumped up to next purchase
I go into the mountains of VA and PA somewhat often. I know there are bears where I go, because some of the places are only open in bear season. There are snakes and such too. I am looking for a handgun that I can carry that will be good for everything. I was leaning towards a 9mm for subsonic and hideability but now thinking I would benefit from more power. Not necessarily The Judge but maybe a step between. Also open to things like AR pistol, or SBR, or anything that qualifies as a handgun for carry.
I'm interested to hear what folks suggest.
I need a Glock 20, that may be bumped up to next purchase