RisingSunT
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« on: May 01, 2010, 12:21:30 pm » |
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I generally carry a SP101 Ruger .357 Mag due to its small size and reliability as a revolver when hunting hogs with dogs. The intent of the handgun is a last resort if we can't tie or stick the hog once the dogs have it caught. I also like to carry a handgun just to be prepared for other incidents that may require it.
I also have a Springfield Arms XD45 Compact for concealed carry and self defense. I recently bought a Streamlight TLR-2 as an accessory for the handgun. I started to think a little about it and have decided to carry the 45 with the light/laser when I go hunting hogs with dogs at night.
The 45 is currently loaded with 230 grain Hydra-Shok JHP's. It is my understanding that these bullets are intended for self defense and they have a quick expansion rate and distribute maximum kinetic energy before exiting a human body. I'm afraid that these bullets would not be the best choice for stopping a hog in its tracks. I would like a bullet that will penetrate deep into the chest of a boar hog or skull if needed.
I know all the stuff about shot placement is key and Blah,Blah,Blah.... I have killed hogs with a single shot of a .22 also, but I am looking for what y'all would shoot out of a .45 Auto at close range in the "less than perfect situations" which would stop a hog as quickly as possible.
Thank you for all your advice and comments.
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Jared H.
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« Reply #1 on: May 01, 2010, 02:56:47 pm » |
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Corbon makes some loaded with the Barnes DPX bullet which is basically like the Barnes Triple Shok just in a pistol caliber. They're hard to beat. The ones I have are 45 Auto+P 185 gr DPX and they will put a hog down.
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brw7979
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« Reply #2 on: May 03, 2010, 04:30:56 pm » |
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I agree with what Jet308 said. I carry a Glock 30 in 45acp and use the same rounds. Havent had any problems yet.
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RisingSunT
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« Reply #3 on: May 04, 2010, 02:09:09 am » |
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Thanks for the replies.... I will check the Corbon's out.
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GenStonewall
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« Reply #4 on: May 21, 2010, 10:23:54 pm » |
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Barnes DPX is hard to beat with what you're asking about. Let us know how they work out for you as well!
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rdjustham
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« Reply #5 on: May 22, 2010, 11:25:53 am » |
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just my .2 but since i reload for 45 and shhot them alot and carry one on duty ive put a bunch of different rds through it. my fav of course are hand loads but the bullet i like the best is a 230 grain hornady jhp. i dont know if you can get it in factory ammo check hornady's website. I use this bullet in my 45 acp and in my 45 colt and 454 casull. before you guys jump on me no i dont use the same bullet due to the .003 size difference but its the same make and model..lol Ive killed deer, hogs, and alot of paper I.E did my research and they expand nicely
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Amokabs
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« Reply #6 on: August 21, 2010, 08:23:43 pm » |
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How does good ol 230 grain military ball work on hogs?
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Jared H.
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« Reply #7 on: August 21, 2010, 08:43:09 pm » |
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Not good if you ask me. They will kill a hog if you hit it in the right spot but they just don't expand enough for a hog. Just my .02
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