Author Topic: Help choosing a muzzleloader (Read 979 times)

BradCoPAHunter · « **on:** May 09, 2006, 04:52:58 PM »

I'm thinking of starting to hunt deer with a muzzleloader. I've never owned one, and I've only shot one once. What do you recommend for a reliable, accurate, easy to use gun that won't set me back too much money? I have hunted with centerfire rifles and shotguns, but I know very little about muzzleloading, so tell me everything you think I should know. Thanks!

BradCoPAHunter · « **Reply #1 on:** May 09, 2006, 05:20:00 PM »

Forgot to mention...Massachusetts doesn't allow break-action muzzleloaders, so I need to take that into consideration when choosing a muzzleloader. Thanks.

sabotloader · « **Reply #2 on:** May 09, 2006, 05:51:55 PM »

BradCoPAHunter

I am now a really biased person so read this with caution... I have had and still have a bunch of different inline muzzleloaders, but right now i am really sold on the versitility of the White Ultra Mag. It is truly an all-around gun. It can shoot loads heavy big 600 grain conicals and lightweight saboted bullets. It shoots them with great accuracy. It is easy to shoot, easy to load and it is east to clean.

It is on sale right now at Sportsmans Wharehouse for $299.00
Stainless steel, 26" barrel, all three ignition systems, open breech, laminated or synthetic stock - and it looks good...

Here some different threads and discussions going on about this gun.

http://www.graybeardoutdoors.com/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=91093

http://www.huntingnet.com/forum/tm.aspx?m=1514200

http://www.huntingnet.com/forum/tm.aspx?m=1513567

Hope you find what you are looking for....

doegirl · « **Reply #3 on:** May 09, 2006, 06:16:52 PM »

Brad-Does that law include "Pivot-action" guns like the Kodiak or Omega? I'm new to this game as well,and have the CVA Kodiak. Very user friendly. Easy access to the breech plug, and easy to clean. My next gun will most likely be the Omega.

A.J. · « **Reply #4 on:** May 10, 2006, 08:13:04 AM »

I recently purchased a Winchester Apex from Cabelas and am very happy with it. It's a nice looking/handling gun with a 29" barrel. Although I had to send the scope back, it's a very sweet shooting gun with a good trigger. It's got the drop down action like the Kodiak and Omega. Last I seen, they were still on sale at Cabelas for $180. This is over $100 off the regular price. You can get the scope and all together, but don't. I did, and the scope was crap and had to send it back.

www.cabelas.com

simonkenton · « **Reply #5 on:** May 10, 2006, 09:22:06 AM »

The Savage is reliable, accurate.
It is real easy to use because it shoots modern smokeless powder, and you don't have to clean it after you shoot it.
I have one and I like it very much.
Costs about $425.

Redhawk1 · « **Reply #6 on:** May 10, 2006, 12:18:46 PM »

If I could not have a break open Encore, I would have the Omega.

Nic_58 · « **Reply #7 on:** May 11, 2006, 03:18:19 PM »

For someone looking for a new muzzleloader, I would definitely recommend the T/C Omega .50 caliber. Excellent gun, great shooter and VERY easy to clean.

K.K · « **Reply #8 on:** May 15, 2006, 02:22:59 PM »

Take a look at the T/C Black Diamond, too. With the Encores and Omegas out there, they are very affordable. Mine came with everything but powder and caps. They are simple to operate and break down easily. They also shoot very well, too.

PS- If you can find one used in good shape, look at it. There is absolutely no resale value on muzzleloaders. Check in you local gunshops.