I feel the same, Rebel. My way isn't right for everyone. But it is for me. At least right now. I used to hunt hogs at night, alone, with a bow, and no back-up weapon. Several other hunters had mentioned to me that it would be a good idea to gat a hunting pardner, and to carry as handgun for backup. These are not domestic pigs. Wound one, and he might prove hard to stop. When I kill one, it is usually at night, and alone. But, now, I like to make sure I can put BIG holes all the way through 'em, if need be,