.410 vs .22LR

[u/Riversruinsandwoods]

Hey folks trying to decide between the Chiappas big badger .410 or the Chiappas little badger 22LR. Was curious if the .410 is worth it and if anyone has experience with these guns. Looking for something lighter to take with me when I go fishing. Is there any point to getting a .410 or should I find something in 20 gauge. Mainly want it for the odd bird (grouse, woodcock, maybe a duck and something to scare off a black bear. Already have a 12 gauge but find it’s pretty heavy to hike out with.

[u/ssgfrmrswrp]

Have you considered single shot 12 ga? Im considering one of those like charles daly 101 or savage 301. For the same use case, light grouse gun.

Consider where you hunt. I find that some areas grouse seem to just always be sitting there which is ideal for a .22, and in others they really flush and shotguns are better. 

[u/Italian_Greyhound → u/ssgfrmrswrp]

🙏 amen, 12 guage and a 22 (lr or win) is the best upaland combo for me. 22 for the spruce and 12 for the ruffies. Ptarmagin are a dealers choice!