How many grains is enough for, say, an African buffalo?
How many grains per pound of bear?
Is there a certain bullet you've used on lions that you'd say was more effective than others you've used?
Thanks!
African buffalo, like Water buffalo, would take at least 300grs hard lead with a good shot. You want to break down the front to nail them, then you need at least 340grs moving at at least 1800fps.
Not pounds of bear, but shot and range. Larger type bears take a larger bullet then a smaller black bear.
Yes, back when I hunted a lot, there was certain bullets that worked on lions better then others. You wanted something to take them down fast because you pushed them until they got tired of you and attacked you. 300 or better was what you wanted.
You can only get this type weight and energy from the larger calibers. Read a little and learn. I know it is not popular with you younger kids but try it and see if you can learn something.