I know almost nothing about muzzleloaders. I do not own one but want to for fun and hunting (mainly deer). I know I want to work up my own loads with loose powder and whatever bullets that I'm not sure of yet. I think I want one that makes use of shotshell 209 primers. I know I want nothing to do with a flintlock. I'ld prefer a longer barrel (around 30") for better powder burning efficiency even though it is more to lug around. For caliber I'm more interested in heavy/slow over lightweight/highspeed.
Do you guys know of something that at least half way fits those parameters in something over 50 caliber? Actual gun cost must be under $1000.
Outside of any other parameters, what is the largest caliber muzzleloader currently available?
What action and ignition type works most reliably with the least amount of fuss in really wet weather?
Do you guys know of something that at least half way fits those parameters in something over 50 caliber? Actual gun cost must be under $1000.
Outside of any other parameters, what is the largest caliber muzzleloader currently available?
What action and ignition type works most reliably with the least amount of fuss in really wet weather?