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Offline Moonlitin

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Omega vs. Sidekick
« on: December 02, 2005, 05:29:31 PM »
I've been looking at muzzle loaders for a while now.  I have my choice narrowed down to two models...the T/C Omega stainless w/synthetic stock or the NEF Sidekick stainless w/synthetic stock.  Everyone who has the Omega seems to really like them, but everyone who has a Sidekick seems to really like them too.  I could buy two Sidekicks for the price of one Omega.  

Is the Omega worth the extra money?

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« Reply #1 on: December 03, 2005, 07:38:40 AM »
I have an Omega and it shoots very good with several powder and sabot/bullet combinations. I am very happy with it except it is heavy. I only hunt with it from a  stand, never still hunt with it.

A good friend shoots a Sidekick, it shoots good and he is happy with it.

 In my opinion either would be a good choice.
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« Reply #2 on: December 03, 2005, 07:46:59 AM »
It all comes down to personal choice. Me, I like the Omega.  It is worth it if you think it is. JMHO. :D
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« Reply #3 on: December 03, 2005, 01:39:45 PM »
I never tried the Omega, not to keen on the looks, but I do own a Sidekick, and it shoots great!! Got a Doe with her in October. 40 yard neck shot. Get the Sidekick and save some dough. I love T/C`s, but I have to like the looks first :D Jack.
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« Reply #4 on: December 04, 2005, 01:31:53 AM »
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I never tried the Omega, not to keen on the looks, but I do own a Sidekick, and it shoots great!! Got a Doe with her in October. 40 yard neck shot. Get the Sidekick and save some dough. I love T/C`s, but I have to like the looks first :D Jack.


And you think the Sidekick looks better.  :-D
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« Reply #5 on: December 04, 2005, 03:35:00 AM »
Ya, I am a weirdo :) I think the Black Diamond and Firehawk look way better than the Omega aslo :D Jack.
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« Reply #6 on: December 04, 2005, 05:33:18 AM »
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Ya, I am a weirdo :) I think the Black Diamond and Firehawk look way better than the Omega aslo :D Jack.


All that matters is that you like it.  :D
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« Reply #7 on: December 04, 2005, 06:32:06 AM »
I think that holds true for everyone and thank god they make different looking firearms :grin: Jack.
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Who cares what they LOOK like?
« Reply #8 on: December 04, 2005, 10:49:01 AM »
They both have black plastic stocks with stainless steel barrels...but who cares what they LOOK like...I want to know how they SHOOT!!!

The T/C Omega costs twice as much as the NEF Sidekick.  Is that because it's better, or are people paying for the T/C name?

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Re: Who cares what they LOOK like?
« Reply #9 on: December 04, 2005, 02:34:56 PM »
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They both have black plastic stocks with stainless steel barrels...but who cares what they LOOK like...I want to know how they SHOOT!!!

The T/C Omega costs twice as much as the NEF Sidekick.  Is that because it's better, or are people paying for the T/C name?

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The good thing about the T/C is, it will hold its value better if you ever decide to sell it. Yea a little of the price comes from the T/C name, but no different than a Rolex from a Timex..  :-D  :-D
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« Reply #10 on: December 05, 2005, 11:25:51 AM »
mostly name. I have a wood/blue sidekick and it is a tack driver man!! save the money, get the NEF Sidekick. Jack.
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