With my fishing exploits widening and growing more frequent, I have been seeing more snakes. I'm not a huge fan, and my fishing buddy is terrified of snakes. I'm also getting my bowfishing bow in this week, and will be using it on the shore and wading.
You guys keep anything on hand for snakes? I've been thinking a .410 derringer, a taurus judge, or a 44mag with snake shot. However, the 44mag that I want is prohibitively expensive to have as a fishing gun, the taurus I am concerned about quality and reliability, and the derringers I've seen are in the $400 range, which to me is a bit pricey for one. I love the idea of a derringer though, as it is small and won't be in the way.
You guys have any ideas or suggestions? I've even had someone suggest turning a 20ga into an AOW, but I want something I can shoot with one hand if needed, as I may be carrying a bow. I've thought about a .22 pistol maybe, but I'm not a big fan of the idea of shooting that at water.
You guys keep anything on hand for snakes? I've been thinking a .410 derringer, a taurus judge, or a 44mag with snake shot. However, the 44mag that I want is prohibitively expensive to have as a fishing gun, the taurus I am concerned about quality and reliability, and the derringers I've seen are in the $400 range, which to me is a bit pricey for one. I love the idea of a derringer though, as it is small and won't be in the way.
You guys have any ideas or suggestions? I've even had someone suggest turning a 20ga into an AOW, but I want something I can shoot with one hand if needed, as I may be carrying a bow. I've thought about a .22 pistol maybe, but I'm not a big fan of the idea of shooting that at water.