Recs for a NEW inline

[BlackPowderGuy (AJHS)]

As I have posted elsewhere, I am having some issues with my Wolf...buttstock is a touch too long, cheek alignment is a bit too low even with the lowest rings...in short...not the ideal gun for me and I am ready to relegate it to backup status. I want something with a higher buttstock than the Wolf and a slightly shorter LOP {Wolf is 14"}

So, what are your recs a new .50 cal inline. Tone does not often convey in writing, so what follows is not said in an obnoxious tone but rather, straightforward: Please don't recommend impossible to get not-made-anymore T/C guns like the Omega. I am not super mechanical so I want a brand where replacement parts are readily available.

I am open to brand...but I am sensitive on price... wouldn't really want to go much higher than 550 for a new-in-box gun. It must play nicely with Blackhorn 209 and be drilled and tapped for a scope. Other than that, no limits. Thanks!

 

[2701jim]

The LOP problem with that Wolf or any other CVA rifle can be solved by removing the recoil pad and going to work on that buttstock with a bandsaw. I shortened 2 of my Accuras about 1/2 inch and now they fit me fine.

 

[BlackPowderGuy (AJHS)]

The LOP problem with that Wolf or any other CVA rifle can be solved by removing the recoil pad and going to work on that buttstock with a bandsaw. I shortened 2 of my Accuras about 1/2 inch and now they fit me fine.

Thanks. Were the screw holes in the buttstock deep enough that you were able to reattach the butt pad? What did you use to shave down the butt pad after you cut the stock would be a little too big?

 

[deermanok]

There aren't many choices for an inline in your price range.
CVA, Traditions or the Thompson Center impact for "new in box".

 

[BlackPowderGuy (AJHS)]

Also, any idea whether screws holding butt pad in place a straight or Phillips?

 

[BlackPowderGuy (AJHS)]

There aren't many choices for an inline in your price range.
CVA, Traditions or the Thompson Center impact for "new in box".

I think the impact may have been discontinued.

 

[WV Hunter]

If that is your budget, I wouldn't necessarily limit yourself to a "new" rifle. You can get some great used "like new" rifles for that price or alot less. You just have to be patient and hunt around.

Fwiw, Knight has some Mountaineer & Disc Extremes on sale right now... the .52cal is like $550 if I recall. I saw it somewhere, think it was an email but didn't pay close attn.

Personally, I'd save some $ and ante up a little more and get a .45 1:20 Knight UL - but totally understand about a budget.

 

[ThreePoint]

Midway USA has several BP guns in your price range.
CVA Optima V2 Muzzleloading Rifle KonusPro 3-9 x40mm Scope 50 Cal 26

 

[iablackpowder]

Knight has the Vision freedom on sale for $199 now.
https://www.muzzleloaders.com/product/vision-freedom-break-action-muzzleloader/

 

[GM54-120]

CVA Optima V2 also takes Scout/Hunter stocks and the "compact buttstock" is available. Around $270 for the base model.

 

[deerlessbob]

You could install a cheek piece on the Wolf to raise your line of sight.