Post by: Mtnwalker on May 21, 2020, 03:34:37 PM
Post by: Tenkara on May 21, 2020, 04:12:16 PM
Maybe already been posted but Knight has bighorns on sale for $269, anybody grab one? Picked myself up a spareJust did thanks to you, lol
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on May 21, 2020, 05:07:36 PM
Post by: buckfvr on May 21, 2020, 05:09:05 PM
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on May 21, 2020, 05:09:28 PM
Order from where ??
www.muzzleloaders.com
Post by: Sutherland on May 21, 2020, 05:15:04 PM
Post by: MacAttack on May 21, 2020, 05:41:02 PM
Post by: Sutherland on May 21, 2020, 06:23:42 PM
Post by: Mtnwalker on May 21, 2020, 06:38:50 PM
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Post by: HillHound on May 21, 2020, 09:41:29 PM
Post by: kramman on May 21, 2020, 10:38:57 PM
Post by: greenhead_killer on May 21, 2020, 10:50:04 PM
Post by: Sutherland on May 22, 2020, 06:02:34 AM
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 22, 2020, 07:00:49 AM
Post by: bhawley76 on May 22, 2020, 07:52:49 AM
Post by: TooTallMike on May 22, 2020, 09:12:27 AM
Post by: Mtnwalker on May 22, 2020, 09:17:07 AM
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on May 22, 2020, 09:20:13 AM
Of the ones in stock what do you guys recommend for a first time buyer?
It is basically, do you want a thumb hole or not? The Max1 and XTRA are just different Realtree camo. I think the max 1 is a bit better suited for western hunting personally. And I’d also say .50 cal for sure
Post by: IFunk on May 22, 2020, 09:28:09 AM
Post by: HillHound on May 22, 2020, 09:38:51 AM
Post by: lucky7 on May 22, 2020, 05:14:17 PM
Post by: BigGoonTuna on May 22, 2020, 07:43:31 PM
I went with the wolverine because I wanted something easier to carry. I can’t say anything negative about my experience with the bighorn, other than that long barrel makes it a hassle to carry with a sling, it always wants to tip off my shoulder. The wolverine is also spec’d out at around 1.5lb lighter than the bighorn, and less than a pound heavier than the ultra lite.
I figure I’ll take it out and shoot it, for what I paid if I don’t like it, I can still afford an ultra lite!
Post by: JKEEN33 on May 22, 2020, 09:07:02 PM
I grabbed a Wolverine last night. Kind of scratch my head at $45 shipping, but it was still under $300. Still around $100 less than I paid for my bighorn 8 years ago.
I went with the wolverine because I wanted something easier to carry. I can’t say anything negative about my experience with the bighorn, other than that long barrel makes it a hassle to carry with a sling, it always wants to tip off my shoulder. The wolverine is also spec’d out at around 1.5lb lighter than the bighorn, and less than a pound heavier than the ultra lite.
I figure I’ll take it out and shoot it, for what I paid if I don’t like it, I can still afford an ultra lite!
I have both and prefer carrying the Wolverine for the same reason. Both shoot great.
Post by: BeerBugler on May 23, 2020, 06:24:04 AM
Post by: Mtnwalker on May 23, 2020, 08:38:57 AM
I grabbed a Wolverine last night. Kind of scratch my head at $45 shipping, but it was still under $300. Still around $100 less than I paid for my bighorn 8 years ago.
I went with the wolverine because I wanted something easier to carry. I can’t say anything negative about my experience with the bighorn, other than that long barrel makes it a hassle to carry with a sling, it always wants to tip off my shoulder. The wolverine is also spec’d out at around 1.5lb lighter than the bighorn, and less than a pound heavier than the ultra lite.
I figure I’ll take it out and shoot it, for what I paid if I don’t like it, I can still afford an ultra lite!
I have both and prefer carrying the Wolverine for the same reason. Both shoot great.
I probably should have went that route too since I already have a bighorn. I’ve never given much thought to the carry but looking back they are a PITA on a sling! Is the shorter sight radius noticeable when shooting?
Post by: Joe Rothrock on May 23, 2020, 11:11:33 AM
Post by: Mr.B on May 23, 2020, 11:17:16 AM
Post by: cmiller85 on May 23, 2020, 02:55:08 PM
Maybe already been posted but Knight has bighorns on sale for $269, anybody grab one? Picked myself up a spare
Got one for my Dad. Thanks for the heads up! :tup:
Post by: huntnphool on May 23, 2020, 03:09:25 PM
Never mind, I found it. :tup:
https://www.muzzleloaders.com/product/209-primer-ignition-50-cal-muzzleloader-conversion-kit/
Post by: huntnphool on May 25, 2020, 08:32:41 PM
Western states legal options please. ;)
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on May 25, 2020, 08:37:04 PM
Question for you muzzy aficionados. Will this factory site setup be good or is there a better option for the Bighorn that you recommend?
Western states legal options please. ;)
In WA, just stay away from magnifying or electronic. Peeps are nice, as well as some upgraded standard sights.
Post by: Brushbuster on May 25, 2020, 08:47:16 PM
https://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,129645.msg1725418.html#msg1725418
https://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,226485.msg3013081.html#msg3013081
I have this setup on my Bighorn & Disc Extreme.
I have had some issues finding bullets to load easily. I have had the best luck with the 290 grain T-EZ bullets.
Fantastic accuracy with my Knights.
Post by: huntnphool on May 25, 2020, 09:11:43 PM
@Sabotloader has a lot of posts on the sights he uses.
https://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,129645.msg1725418.html#msg1725418
https://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,226485.msg3013081.html#msg3013081
I have this setup on my Bighorn & Disc Extreme.
I have had some issues finding bullets to load easily. I have had the best luck with the 290 grain T-EZ bullets.
Fantastic accuracy with my Knights.
Thanks for the links. :tup:
I’ve only hunted with a muzzy once, got a nice buck on a quality hunt, and hope to draw another tag at some point before I die! :dunno:
The only issue I had with the one I had borrowed from @m_ray was at distance, the front sight covered the entire vital area. I am hoping to be able to set this one up with a sight that will allow me to still see the critter when aiming. :chuckle:
Post by: trapp01 on May 25, 2020, 09:14:40 PM
Post by: huntnphool on May 30, 2020, 09:35:51 PM
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on May 30, 2020, 09:36:32 PM
Did they give estimated shipping dates to any of you?
Nope, just an order email
Post by: Mtnwalker on May 30, 2020, 09:57:11 PM
Did they give estimated shipping dates to any of you?
I read something about shipping being a couple weeks out but I don’t remember exactly what it said
Post by: greenhead_killer on May 30, 2020, 11:40:59 PM
Post by: huntnphool on May 31, 2020, 12:57:52 AM
I ended up grabbing one too. Tired of always borrowing my dads or Vandeman’s lolWhich is why I bought one. @M_ray would have loaned me one of his again without hesitation, but like you, why put questions in your buddies decisions? ;)
Post by: jjhunter on May 31, 2020, 06:59:25 AM
Question for you muzzy aficionados. Will this factory site setup be good or is there a better option for the Bighorn that you recommend?
Western states legal options please. ;)
I don’t have any issue with shooting long range with the factory sights that come on the Bighorn. In low light or shooting into dark backgrounds, those peep set-ups can let you down. Additionally, target acquisition is much faster with standard open sights.
Post by: HntnFsh on May 31, 2020, 07:44:29 AM
Question for you muzzy aficionados. Will this factory site setup be good or is there a better option for the Bighorn that you recommend?
Western states legal options please. ;)
I don’t have any issue with shooting long range with the factory sights that come on the Bighorn. In low light or shooting into dark backgrounds, those peep set-ups can let you down. Additionally, target acquisition is much faster with standard open sights.
I agree. I put Williams peeps on my Bighorn several years ago. After having those exact issues I switched back to the stock sights.
Post by: MacAttack on May 31, 2020, 03:54:13 PM
Post by: huntnphool on May 31, 2020, 05:41:51 PM
Question for you muzzy aficionados. Will this factory site setup be good or is there a better option for the Bighorn that you recommend?
Western states legal options please. ;)
I don’t have any issue with shooting long range with the factory sights that come on the Bighorn. In low light or shooting into dark backgrounds, those peep set-ups can let you down. Additionally, target acquisition is much faster with standard open sights.
Question for you muzzy aficionados. Will this factory site setup be good or is there a better option for the Bighorn that you recommend?
Western states legal options please. ;)
I don’t have any issue with shooting long range with the factory sights that come on the Bighorn. In low light or shooting into dark backgrounds, those peep set-ups can let you down. Additionally, target acquisition is much faster with standard open sights.
I agree. I put Williams peeps on my Bighorn several years ago. After having those exact issues I switched back to the stock sights.
Thanks for the input guys! :tup:
Post by: JimmyHoffa on May 31, 2020, 06:21:03 PM
I drug my feet and now they only have .52 caliber. Is it still worth it?A bit tougher to find the sabots. That would be my main concern.
Post by: BigGoonTuna on June 01, 2020, 08:31:47 PM
Post by: Damnimissed on June 01, 2020, 08:45:31 PM
Post by: Wa hunter on June 03, 2020, 05:47:52 PM
Post by: JohnVH on June 03, 2020, 07:56:09 PM
Anyone get theirs yet? How long did it end up taking?
Got mine yesterday. Pretty sweet!
Post by: Wa hunter on June 03, 2020, 09:20:39 PM
That's awesome. Ordered mine a week ago.Anyone get theirs yet? How long did it end up taking?
Got mine yesterday. Pretty sweet!
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on June 03, 2020, 10:01:39 PM
Post by: huntnphool on June 04, 2020, 01:16:16 AM
For some strange reason they are swamped with orders!
:chuckle:
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 05, 2020, 01:57:17 PM
Post by: HillHound on June 05, 2020, 03:02:14 PM
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on June 05, 2020, 03:02:26 PM
just got my ups delivery info today. says mine should be here by the 12th
What date did you order?
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on June 05, 2020, 06:32:20 PM
Hmmm. Guess I will wait till Monday and if I don’t see anything I’m going to call them. It’s been two weeks since I’ve ordered it and have not got any kind of tracking number yet. Just the email confirming my order the day I put it in
Placed my order May 20, still nothing. They will come :dunno:
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 05, 2020, 07:01:36 PM
Post by: BeerBugler on June 05, 2020, 07:24:36 PM
Post by: lazydrifter on June 05, 2020, 08:15:42 PM
Post by: huntnphool on June 06, 2020, 01:16:05 AM
I’d have to look but I think I put my order in the day after memorial weekend. I ordered the thumbhole stock one. Maybe that’s why I have my number now
Ordered the Max 1 Thumbhole too, I’m sure they will be coming soon. :tup:
Post by: Tenkara on June 06, 2020, 01:49:20 PM
Post by: NRA4LIFE on June 06, 2020, 03:20:27 PM
Post by: huntnphool on June 16, 2020, 09:45:38 PM
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on June 16, 2020, 09:46:37 PM
Still no word, everyone get theirs or emails?
Email yesterday. Will be here the 22nd, ordered May 20. :dunno:
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 16, 2020, 10:15:29 PM
Post by: Tenkara on June 17, 2020, 05:08:24 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on June 17, 2020, 05:10:42 PM
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 17, 2020, 05:17:41 PM
Post by: Mtnwalker on June 17, 2020, 06:14:52 PM
Ok cool. I bought mine the 26-27. Can’t remember. So a few more weeks out I suppose
The guy I spoke to on Friday said they were building 50 a day and should have all the orders filled by yesterday. Hopefully their QC doesn’t suffer from the rush, ordered mine on the 05/21 and finally got a shipping notice on Monday.
Post by: Tenkara on June 18, 2020, 12:56:12 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on June 18, 2020, 01:42:33 PM
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 18, 2020, 01:56:53 PM
Post by: Stalker on June 18, 2020, 01:57:59 PM
Got my shipping notification today, says I should have it next Thursday.
What is the weight on your shipping package? Reason I ask is I ordered 2 and received a single shipping / tracking notice. The package I am to receives says 11 lbs. So I am curious if this is a single gun or 2. Thanks.
Post by: WSU on June 18, 2020, 01:59:10 PM
Post by: Stalker on June 18, 2020, 02:00:52 PM
Mine says 11 pounds and I ordered one.
Thanks. Guess I will need to check on 2nd gun.
Post by: Tenkara on June 18, 2020, 02:21:11 PM
Post by: huntnphool on June 18, 2020, 05:25:56 PM
Got my shipping notification today, says I should have it next Thursday.
+1
Post by: BigGoonTuna on June 20, 2020, 07:32:37 AM
still, for $250, i can't complain. handling still sort of has that tank-like quality as my bighorn, but a bit better balance. still thinking about picking up an ultra lite to scratch the itch...
Post by: HillHound on June 20, 2020, 08:55:04 AM
Post by: cmiller85 on June 20, 2020, 09:35:37 AM
For those of you that already received yours did it come in a plain brown box? Or was it just in the knight box with the picture of the gun and everything on it? I’m hoping it’s coming in an unmarked box
Knight box.
Post by: BigGoonTuna on June 21, 2020, 07:49:34 AM
Post by: HillHound on June 21, 2020, 09:10:55 AM
Post by: BigGoonTuna on June 21, 2020, 09:53:25 PM
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on June 22, 2020, 07:44:56 PM
I was hoping it came in an unmarked box cause That’s what I was trying to avoid. Did it come on the day the original ups tracking said or did it get there quicker.?
Got mine day of.
Shipping box
Post by: Wa hunter on June 22, 2020, 08:06:20 PM
Post by: teanawayslayer on June 22, 2020, 08:11:23 PM
:yeah: got a text at work from the wife saying “you got a gun in the mail” :yike: was hoping I could intercept and stash it away...you got to be a little more sneaky and send it to a friends house :chuckle:
Post by: Wa hunter on June 22, 2020, 09:57:20 PM
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on June 22, 2020, 09:58:45 PM
Did any kind of receipt come with yours? My box was ripped and the gun was hanging out .
Just a packing slip. Receipt was an email.
Post by: Wa hunter on June 22, 2020, 10:00:49 PM
Post by: HillHound on June 23, 2020, 05:17:17 AM
Post by: gotshot on June 24, 2020, 06:10:55 PM
Post by: HillHound on June 24, 2020, 06:16:48 PM
Post by: gotshot on June 24, 2020, 06:38:07 PM
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 24, 2020, 06:57:06 PM
Post by: huntnphool on June 24, 2020, 11:02:00 PM
Got mine today
+1 :tup:
Post by: jjhunter on June 25, 2020, 07:13:38 AM
Got mine today
+1 :tup:
Now if you only had a Muzz tag...😉
Post by: huntnphool on June 25, 2020, 02:36:29 PM
Got mine today
+1 :tup:
Now if you only had a Muzz tag...😉
I’ve got rifle tags I can use it with. ;)
Post by: Fishmaker57 on June 25, 2020, 04:25:51 PM
Post by: Tenkara on June 25, 2020, 04:47:50 PM
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 25, 2020, 04:49:16 PM
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Post by: greenhead_killer on June 26, 2020, 01:42:00 AM
Post by: dilleytech on June 27, 2020, 11:18:45 AM
After checking mine out, it seems like a quality item. Not complaining but I wonder why such a great deal? :dunno:
I’m wondering the same thing. My wife bought one last year. Liked it enough I went online to
Buy another and was surprised at how hard it was to find one. The only ones in stock were 52 cal. I had to find one on gun broker at the regular price. Must be discontinuing the model? That’s a crazy deal they had that I missed 🤦♂️
Post by: NWShooter on June 27, 2020, 03:19:53 PM
if you guys are putting the conversion kit on, Natchez shooting supply has them the cheapest.
Is there a conversion to the 209 primer for the .52 cal Bighorn?
Post by: lazydrifter on June 27, 2020, 06:20:09 PM
Post by: NWShooter on June 27, 2020, 06:29:22 PM
https://www.muzzleloaders.com/product/bighorn-52-cal-fpj-209-muzzleloader-breech-plug/
Dang! I just ordered 300 “Silver” sabots and 200 of the .52 cal 275gr Bloodlines. I got the sabots to try some .458 325gr Hornady FTX’s I already have. The stinking sabots and the bullets “ Bloodline’s” cost more than the muzzle loader. Knight’s shipping is nuts. Forty some bucks for the muzzle loader. Thirty bucks for the sabots and bullets. They want $15.00 shipping for a $17.00 breach plug.
Post by: BeerBugler on June 27, 2020, 08:43:01 PM
Post by: lazydrifter on June 28, 2020, 04:55:42 AM
https://www.natchezss.com/knight-muzzleloading-red-hot-muzzleloader-bullets-52-cal-275-gr-maroon-sabot-20-pk.html
https://www.natchezss.com/knight-full-plastic-jacket-100-pack.html
https://www.natchezss.com/knight-muzzleloader-black-powder-bullets-52-cal-375-gr-barnes-red-hots-18-pack.html
https://www.natchezss.com/knight-muzzleloading-bullets-hornady-ftx-flex-tip-w-gray-sabot-52-cal-325-gr-20-ct.html
Post by: dilleytech on June 28, 2020, 06:44:02 AM
if you guys are putting the conversion kit on, Natchez shooting supply has them the cheapest.
Have you had much experience using Natchez? The reviews of there site is horrible.
Post by: JimmyHoffa on June 28, 2020, 07:56:38 AM
I tried before, everything seemed good until checkout. The shipping/handling charges were so high that I just logged off their site.if you guys are putting the conversion kit on, Natchez shooting supply has them the cheapest.
Have you had much experience using Natchez? The reviews of there site is horrible.
Post by: NWShooter on August 14, 2020, 06:41:24 PM
Post by: lazydrifter on August 15, 2020, 05:20:26 AM
Post by: bwgdc on August 16, 2020, 11:26:32 AM
Post by: 10thmountainarcher on August 16, 2020, 11:31:55 AM
I ordered the western version and today went to take it out to shoot it and realized I received the 209 I even went back to the order email and verified I ordered it correctly so sounds like they messed up on a few of them I’ll have to give them a call tomorrow
Any particular reason you want #11s over 209?
Post by: bwgdc on August 16, 2020, 01:06:48 PM
Post by: 10thmountainarcher on August 16, 2020, 01:13:43 PM
To be able to use it in Idaho
Ohhhh that makes sense then!!
Post by: greenhead_killer on August 16, 2020, 01:18:06 PM
sorry so late, but Ive always had a great time dealing with them.if you guys are putting the conversion kit on, Natchez shooting supply has them the cheapest.
Have you had much experience using Natchez? The reviews of there site is horrible.
Post by: BigGoonTuna on August 16, 2020, 04:32:05 PM
Post by: NWShooter on September 07, 2020, 07:06:06 PM