BBJ, Go with a Ruger either a RH or SRH.They are a much stronger gun then the Taurus's are.They will hold up to full house loads much better.If you decide you would like a single action the Ruger Blackhawks or Super Blackhawks are the way to go.Granted Taurus has a lifetime warranty. I've heard on other sites where Taurus's Customer Service leaves allot to be desired.Ruger CS is second to none.I've never paid for any Ruger Repair.The Redhawk is available W or W/O scope rings. The SRH scope rings are standard.The RH are available in 44mag or 45 Colt.The SRH's in 454 Casull (will shoot 45 Colt) 44mag or the 480 Ruger.For Whitetails I put a 41 Mag as a min caliber.I'm sure it would be enough for Black Bears.I would personally go with a 44 mag.
Ruger Redhawk