I"m just getting into the muzzleloader thing and I'm looking to make my first purchase. I've done some extensive interweb researching on this subject but before I make my decision, I wanted to hear from some guys that own the two. I was set on the Optima V2 because of it's features to price ratio and the fact that it would be about 7.5lbs ready to hunt with the scope and ring combo I've chosen.
This weekend a clearance sale started at a major supplier and I can now get the Accura V2 for just $25 more than I can find the Optima. I am looking at the models with open sites, stainless, and black stocks.
I know the Accura is an excellent deal but weight is a factor in my set ups. I've only shouldered an Optima. I've heard the Optima triggers are good (felt good to me), it shouldered well for me, Are there any real world reasons I would get the Accura over the Optima besides that fact that it's just a great price? Will the barrel be that much better in hunting applications?
I know this has been pretty beat up but I've not seen anyone comparing the two when price is relatively the same. Thanks!
This weekend a clearance sale started at a major supplier and I can now get the Accura V2 for just $25 more than I can find the Optima. I am looking at the models with open sites, stainless, and black stocks.
I know the Accura is an excellent deal but weight is a factor in my set ups. I've only shouldered an Optima. I've heard the Optima triggers are good (felt good to me), it shouldered well for me, Are there any real world reasons I would get the Accura over the Optima besides that fact that it's just a great price? Will the barrel be that much better in hunting applications?
I know this has been pretty beat up but I've not seen anyone comparing the two when price is relatively the same. Thanks!