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CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« on: August 05, 2013, 02:19:49 PM »
So I have a hunting buddy that is in the market for a muzzleloader. He doesn't have much to spend. I was looking at a CVA Elkhorn Pro at a sporting goods store today and it seemed like a decent gun for the $$$. It comes with all three ignition systems, an exposed breech and is Wa legal. Does anyone have this gun or any experience with it? What are the pros/cons? What bullet/load combos does it perform well with? Would it be a good buy for a newbie to start muzzleloading with. I suggested he get a Knight or a Traditions but he doesn't quite have the cash for a high end gun right now. I would loan him one of mine but he's a lefty and both my Knight and Vortek are thumbhole stocks for a righty. Any info would be appreciated!
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #1 on: August 05, 2013, 02:50:11 PM »
I have one and absolutely love it!

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« Reply #2 on: August 05, 2013, 03:47:36 PM »
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #3 on: August 05, 2013, 08:59:49 PM »
Thanks guys, I'll pass it along! Any recommendations for a load/bullet to get started with? Do you like Powerbelt, saboted? Powder or pellets?
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #4 on: August 05, 2013, 09:09:15 PM »
I use 250 grain SST's over 3 Triple 7 pellets(150 grains). Mine loves it.
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #5 on: August 05, 2013, 09:11:35 PM »
Cool, thanks! I appreciate it.
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #6 on: August 06, 2013, 10:31:31 PM »
I have been running one for 3 or 4 seasons now. Love the gun. My buddy and a cousin also bought one and both are happy with the result of there purchase.
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #7 on: August 07, 2013, 06:48:31 AM »
You just said traditions and high end gun in the same sentance, hahaha. On a side note the cva is a great gun for the money.

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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #8 on: August 07, 2013, 11:39:54 AM »
So I have a hunting buddy that is in the market for a muzzleloader. He doesn't have much to spend. I was looking at a CVA Elkhorn Pro at a sporting goods store today and it seemed like a decent gun for the $$$. It comes with all three ignition systems, an exposed breech and is Wa legal. Does anyone have this gun or any experience with it? What are the pros/cons? What bullet/load combos does it perform well with? Would it be a good buy for a newbie to start muzzleloading with. I suggested he get a Knight or a Traditions but he doesn't quite have the cash for a high end gun right now. I would loan him one of mine but he's a lefty and both my Knight and Vortek are thumbhole stocks for a righty. Any info would be appreciated!

I love mine, great gun! I use Power Belt Platinum 270gr with 150g of black powder. Mine is not set up for Washington however I have a scope and im using 209's, but the thing is accurate!
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #9 on: August 07, 2013, 11:46:26 AM »
Thanks all!  I passed the word on to my buddy and he went by the store and checked out the gun. He's gonna pick one up after he clears out some bills. I am curious to shoot with him after all the good responses. I would like to see how the gun performs. Thanks again!
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #10 on: August 07, 2013, 07:51:39 PM »
I love mine!

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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #11 on: August 07, 2013, 08:01:55 PM »
the one thing if you use pellets switch out the stock nipple.  With the stock nipple you might get some missfires using pellets.  I put an CVA perfect nipple and it has worked flawless with pellets or powder. 
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #12 on: August 07, 2013, 08:19:27 PM »
    :tup:   Buddies  all stand by the one s that they have an  shoot ,  killed many a deer and a few good elk as well  with them .  cant be to bad   long as the price is right for your friend      :twocents:

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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #13 on: August 07, 2013, 08:31:50 PM »
With all these good reviews and a price tag of just $240 it seems like it could be the deal of the decade as far as muzzleloaders go. I kind of wish I had seen this gun around before I bought my Knight and Vortek.
Hey Russ, I am gonna start my buddy off shooting powder. I personally have never been a pellet guy but if he wants to try pellets I'll give him the heads up. Thanks!
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Re: CVA Elkhorn Pro opinions?
« Reply #14 on: August 07, 2013, 08:35:01 PM »
They really are a great deal. I have owned a lot of smoke poles and I love the fit and feel of the elkhorn. I also love the bolt action since most of my old guns were slide actions. Never liked having a cap just trying to hang on or having to drop the slide on a cap then cock before a shot.
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