There are a lot of things people get wrong about picking a bear rifle or defensive gun. According to our resident Alaskan and bonafide griz skinner Tyler Freel, here's what actually makes a great bear gun.

Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson.

Guest is senior staff writer Tyler Freel.

Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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