I know that typical softer lead smooth bore foster slugs have been used with success. They offer a big chunk of soft lead and under the 50 yard mark probably work pretty well. There is a lot of controversy out there on what slugs to use and not to use to be effective . In light of newer technology, one would be wise to take a look at the following slugs especially if hunting Canada etc. where there is an opportunity to take a 500 pound PLUS black bear.
Personally if I went hunting black bear over bait with a shotgun, it would be my 12 gauge Ithaca Deerslayer II Storm model loaded with a saboted rifled slug. I would probably opt for one of the saboted Barnes Solid type slugs and would want to keep my range at 75 yards at the very outside and preferably under 50. Any decent guide will have stands that would accommodate that line of thinking.
Consensus on the various forums I have visited seem to consistently recommend the following slugs in 12 gauge:
Brenneke Gold Mag
Brenneke Black Magic Mag
Dixie Terminator
Dixie IXL-DGS
Following those recommendations, I would opt for some sort of copper saboted slug that would hold together and get through a shoulder shot if one presented itself.
Dan
Here are specs on the Brenneke Black Magic Mag slug:
BRENNEKE USA BRENNEKE Black Magic Slug
For Rifled or smoothbore Barrels
2 in. groups at 50 yards, 3 in. groups at 100 yards with smoothbore barrels
Brenneke 12 Ga. 3 in. Magnum Slug.
BRENNEKE Black Magic Slug
One of the heaviest slugs on the market, the Black Magic Magnum is devastating on the biggest, toughest prey. It is so powerful that it is often the choice of professional guides in Alaska and Africa to back up their clients when hunting dangerous game.
Brenneke's CleanSpeed™ coating gives “clean kills” an entirely new meaning by virtually eliminating lead fouling within the barrel. The Black Magic’s patented B.E.T.® wad was created to transfer maximum energy to the target throughout its flight path, while maintaining accuracy that rivals many centerfire rifles. It is an ideal choice for anyone who may encounter large or dangerous game, as well as for the deer hunter seeking maximum power, range, and flexibility in the field. SPECIFICATIONS:
Mfg Item Num: SL-123BMM
Category: AMMO SHOTSHELLS
Gauge :12 GA
Type :Lead
Length :3 in.
Ounces :1 3/8 oz
Shot Size :Slug
Muzzle Velocity :1500 fps
Muzzle Energy: 3014 ft/lb
Rounds/box :5 Rounds Per Box, 40 Boxes Per Case
Drams :N/A
Following is a LINK to everything you wanted to know about Dixie Slugs:
http://www.dixieslugs.com/qa.html
EXCERPT:
What does large Meplat Area mean?
Meplat Area simply means the area of the nose of a hard cast, heat-treated, slug/bullet or the expanded nose of a jacketed bullet. Tissue damage is based on that area. Water, in tissue, can't be compressed, only moved. This rapid movement, under pressure, is what destroys tissue. Besides being very hard, our slug/bullets have a maximum Meplat Area!
What distance does Dixie Slugs suggest their ammo to be sighted in for?
Since this ammo is designed for use in heavy cover, we suggest a sight in distance at 75 yards with rifled barrels, except Tri-Ball loads at 40 yards.
What does Dixie Slugs consider Dangerous Game?
Any game that can do bodily harm to the shooter/hunter! Examples would include wild boar hogs and large bears. For game like these, the hunter/shooter must have a specialized load delivering a heavy hard bullet for a smashing impact within dangerous game distances! These animals must be put down hard and quick! Many times the hunter gets only one shot and it must count!
What is the Dixie IXL-DGS?
The Dixie IXL-DGS is a 12 gauge 3" load, designed for use against the larger dangerous game at close range. It is a hard cast .730" - 870 gr. bullet at 1200'/". It should be used in rifled barrels and .730" smoothbore cylinder choke barrels.
What is the Dixie Tornado?
The Dixie Tornado is a hard cast bullet designed to be use in plastic sabots for 12 gauge 3" rifled barrels or the plastic sabot for .54 caliber muzzle loading rifles.
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