Found it. That's going to be the least expensive one he'll find. Only thing is, there's a good learning curve as far as what powder, grains of powder, and bullet will type. For slow twist, PRB is best.
Again, thanks for the info.
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Again, thanks for the info.
Shanman
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One thing you are going to have to overcome if going cheaper is the feel of plastic versus wood. Both the Savage and Ruger Americans are shooters, but still don't feel as good as a wood stock, if that's what you are used to. Fwiw
That is true. But I believe he is trying to be frugal.
That being said, there are some excellent, expensive rifles out there, with quality polymer stocks.
If he goes muzzleloader then he has to decide: flintlock, percussion, inline.
AveryPC
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I defiantly want to go with an inline muzzleloader, I hunted with a percussion last season, and it was more of a challenge then I am ready for. As the cheaper stocks it's something I know I will have to get used to, but I think it will allow me to get more use out of it and not worry if it bumps a tree stand.
No matter which ML you decide on practice, practice, practice Remember: twist, powder adjustment, bullet & bullet weight require patience to find that sweet spot that the ML likes. You can have 2 ML's the very same and each will be different when it comes to that. Good luck friend and post the results. And above all, have fun.
There use to be a web page that may have been affiliated with cva or not . Think it was bpshopping .Com or something like that they had some good deals on mz
backyardtndeer
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Can catch deals every so often on cva muzzle loaders. I would suggest an accura. Very accurate guns.
Bpishopping.com?
I got an entry level Traditions in line a couple seasons ago for a couple hundred bucks. It came equipped with scope. Bought some 295gr power belts and some triple 7 powder pellets. Using 2 pellets I sighted in at 150yds and it's as accurate at that distance as my deer rifle. Out of the box it was on at 100yds. I can't imagine muzzle loader hunting being any less complicated or cheaper than that.
I'm not a traditionalist. No desire to make things any more difficult. I like easy and repeatable, and since ml season is only a couple weeks I wanted cheap. The cheap combo deal was perfect. Best part is my was was first to use it and first time out tagged a funky rack drop tine buck. For a cheap hunting rig I've got zero complaints.
I'm not a traditionalist. No desire to make things any more difficult. I like easy and repeatable, and since ml season is only a couple weeks I wanted cheap. The cheap combo deal was perfect. Best part is my was was first to use it and first time out tagged a funky rack drop tine buck. For a cheap hunting rig I've got zero complaints.
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I've been very happy with my Traditions. Came with the scope too.
kaizen leader
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I am 100% in agreement.
kaizen leader
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Don't do what I did! I never shot a muzzle loader and bought an inexpensive Traditions. Then I went to sight it in and screwed up. After shooting it at the TERA range a few shots a couldn't find the ram rod. Then when the stop shooting whistle blew I went down the range and found it about 25 yards down. What a dummy. I ordered a new one and finished sighting it. Still shoots great. It hard for an old fart like me to learn new things. I'm glad nothing serious happened. Good luck.
Chickenrig
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I have had bad luck with the traditions , the barrels dont hold up long
kaizen leader
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What happens?
Chickenrig
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The rifleing just wears out way to soon and i didn't shoot em much . Must be cheap Chinese steel or something . Started noticing inaccuracy at first
kaizen leader
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That may be your experience. I have several, my sons also, and many of the rendezvous members we know. 30+ years and still using them to kill elk, deer, bear, etc.
That's definitely not good,
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For your price range, and if going CF, check out buds for a savage 110 apex Hunter XP. They are available in most calibers, come with a Vortex scope, adjustable lop stock, and can be had for just over 600 including xfer. Definitely a step up from the axis or American (nothing wrong with those).
Also agree with above (at least in Knoxville area), pawn shops, arms list, etc., are still acting like the shortage is still going on...wanting more than new prices, etc.
Also agree with above (at least in Knoxville area), pawn shops, arms list, etc., are still acting like the shortage is still going on...wanting more than new prices, etc.
Buy once cry once, cva accura mr with a good scope and be done with it
