Barrel Finishes

[Alaskan Hunter]

I took the required Muzzleloader corse up here to hunt with a muzzleloader over the weekend. It got me all jazzed about buying a muzzleloader.
My question is what finish would you experianced muzzleloaders sugjest for a first muzzleloader? Taking in consideration that the primary purpose of the gun is Hunting.
Are camo finishes on a barrel a good idea?

 

[Underclocked]

Given your locale and possible weather conditions, I would go with matte stainless.

 

[big6x6]

I PREFER a stainless finish as well. But...truth be known...blue or camo is fine as well as long as you take proper care of it.