Maybe look a little bigger. Hogs are a little toothy I belive. How about a 45-70. A marlin 1895 guide gun is quick and nimble. Their short and light, fast handling, hard hitting, and that cartridge has the guts to drop a peeved of pig! It may be a little overkill in some peoples eyes, but think of how great this thing would be for gophers and squirrels!