which to buy, educate me a little

calamitywood

I know i'm not interested in a kit gun or any that doesn't have something similiar to the #209 ( i think that is the right number) primer. I've looked at hunstman and sidekick and like these for the price. I would like to hear from those that shoot these type rifles for their input before i buy.

amsptcds

quote:Originally posted by calamitywood
I know i'm not interested in a kit gun or any that doesn't have something similiar to the #209 ( i think that is the right number) primer. I've looked at hunstman and sidekick and like these for the price. I would like to hear from those that shoot these type rifles for their input before i buy.


I see that a lot of people have read your post. I hope one of them can give you an answer. I know someone I can invite to peek in here. Maybe he'll help.

chris_ce

Try the major sporting goods stores nowmuzzle loading season is over and they need to get rid of their stock.
I have seen many with a big big big reduction in price. I have seen some at $150 off the reg price. You mentioned the 209 primer so I will take it that you want an inline. I would suggest that you not buy one of the bolt action types. They have a brake open type where you load the primer (just like a break open shotgun).
Look around here.http://www.traditionsfirearms.com/eshop/muzzleloaders.asp
The huntsman you listed looks pretty good from the pics. Some of the traditions are around the same price.
When you get one I wound recommend the powerbelt bullets.

yota1070

I always go by "You get what you pay for"....it all depends on what you plan on using your smokepole for. Are you just getting into it and what to plink w/it, or are going to use it for hunting? My choice would be hands down Knight. I have never(knock on wood)had any type of misfire or problem, even while hunting during rain or snow. My knight shoots better than some of my Model 70's! Just my $.02

yota1070

Rifles that use the 209 primer enable you to use the 777 pellets...which burns faster and cleaner. The old style #11 caps are for loose powder or the standard pyrodex pellets...but not as good of a burn and you have to swab the barrel more often.

surekill

Get the T/C ENCORE!! [^]

calamitywood

thanks to all for your kind responses. it is really appreciated

guntech59

Take a look at the new Remington ML. They look good and sound very simple. I'm waiting for one to be at Gander Mountain so I can look at it "up close and personal"

andersk

If you're thinking about getting an in-line (ie. a muzzle loader that uses the 209 primer) I've used my T/C Omega 50 for three years. It is one sweet shooter. Only problem (in the eyes of more traditional folks) is that in camo and stainless, it doesn't look like a gun![:D]

gskyhawk

if you plan on hunting with it, check your state game laws before you buy as some state don't allow inlines or scopes ie modern stuff

oldfriends

quote:Originally posted by gskyhawk
...some state don't allow inlines or scopes ie modern stuff


As well they should. [:D]