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So, in the "reduce pack weight" thinking, I'm looking at .22 mag and even possibly .17 HMR. Reading some of the data on those two rounds suggests a couple of things. Jacketed hollow-points in .22 mag have a good track record for stopping power and shot placement (accuracy...the most important factor) goes up with reduced recoil.
The North American Arms Black Widow in 22. mag weighs 8.8 oz.! Some of the Taurus .17 revolvers weight in the 11 oz. range. And, of course, the S&W 340pd weights 11oz. at $750.....(I'm a cheapskate <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />)


I wasn't kidding when I said .22lr in my original post dryer. CCI stingers have a very good track record too, and both the ammo and guns are cheaper. I think in your position I'd take
a hot .22lr. Lighter, cheaper, and just fine for feral dogs.
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