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Originally Posted by Strange Famous
It is well known that IMI make the best guns in the world... since everyone has said a rifle was the best gun to kill a bear with, it makes sense that you'd want the best rifle available.
But I have never been talking about "hunting" bears, simply a weapon to use in self defence if the bear attacks you.
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Self Defense. Better to have something easy to carry with you than something that requires an extra shoulder strap--IE a RIFLE. (Considering he's already probably got a camera around his neck, I don't think adding a rifle strap would be anywhere comfortable.) Chances are, the easier it is to carry, the more likely he is to bring it a long. A pistol is usually, by far, easier to carry than a rifle. Thus, a pistol is more ideal for "bear defense" than a rifle. (I still think Bear Spray may be the #1 option.)
Second, if "it is well known that IMI makes the best rifles," I'd expect to see it being said by a reputable gun source, i.e. Massad Ayoob, Todd Jarrett, Pat Rogers.
Finally, please to take a minute to consider the information and advice offered by people here. These people KNOW guns, and it would behoove you to listen.