Post by: jrebel on June 18, 2009, 11:31:22 PM
Post by: Dirty Mike on June 18, 2009, 11:35:22 PM
Post by: M_ray on June 18, 2009, 11:47:11 PM
knight bighorn hands down
I don't know about hands down ... I've shot it and the Wolverine but I have also shot a couple of TC's and I own two TC's. To answer the question asked not what muzzleloader YOU like I would have to say stick with something that is name brand and has recognition. That being said the most popular out there for a beginner is either TC or Knight.
Post by: whacker1 on June 19, 2009, 06:21:28 AM
I have a discontinued remington and I ordered a bunch of extra parts, so that when the parts are discontinued, I will still have a bunch of extra parts should I need them. breech plugs, nipples, etc.
Post by: Gobble on June 19, 2009, 06:30:35 AM
Post by: CP on June 19, 2009, 07:27:09 AM
Post by: whacker1 on June 19, 2009, 01:22:56 PM
Post by: rasbo on June 19, 2009, 01:25:07 PM
CP - I had the same problem with my remington and getting the breech plug, but I started putting some anti-sieze breech plug stuff that TC made, and it improved the ability to turn the breech plug without a vise.x2 here works good,dont be bashful with it either..tc blackdiamond works great for me 50 cal
Post by: actionshooter on June 19, 2009, 01:29:55 PM
For a recomendation, what do you want? A modern or traditional?
Post by: lewy on June 19, 2009, 01:33:03 PM
Post by: lostcat on June 19, 2009, 01:59:06 PM
Post by: CP on June 19, 2009, 02:14:59 PM
CP - I had the same problem with my remington and getting the breech plug, but I started putting some anti-sieze breech plug stuff that TC made, and it improved the ability to turn the breech plug without a vise.
This stuff? I use the Knight grease and it doesn't work too well.
Post by: whacker1 on June 19, 2009, 02:16:26 PM
Post by: jrebel on June 19, 2009, 04:07:37 PM
Post by: stumprat on June 19, 2009, 04:14:52 PM
Post by: actionshooter on June 19, 2009, 05:44:49 PM
All great advice. I really don't care if it is traditional or modern. I want the best bang for my buck and an accurate/realiable muzzle loader. I have read alot about peep sights and think that is the way to go, so probably a model that will take an aftermarket peep.
Then your probably looking at a modern style. I use a williams peep with good results. There are a bunch of different styles to choose from.
Post by: jrebel on June 19, 2009, 07:38:53 PM
Post by: actionshooter on June 19, 2009, 08:02:45 PM
How do the Traditions muzzle loaders rank??? The seem to be inexpensive??
you get what you pay for ;)
Post by: jrebel on June 19, 2009, 10:24:34 PM
Post by: Blsum on June 19, 2009, 11:31:31 PM
that bad huh??? They are pretty cheap :dunno:
My cousin has one. I'm not going to bad mouth anyone here but if you want to know what he's been dealing with shoot me a pm.
As for a new gun. If you can find a TC Black Diamond XR in stainless. Buy it. You can still find new Knight Bighorns in the stores. There's even been a few places that have had them on a Father's day sale.
Post by: rackattack on June 19, 2009, 11:37:38 PM
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You can still find new Knight Bighorns in the stores. There's even been a few places that have had them on a Father's day sale.
Thought I saw the new "Wholesale Sports" had them on sale. Thumbhole stock to boot.
Post by: Wacenturion on June 20, 2009, 08:52:55 AM
QuoteYou can still find new Knight Bighorns in the stores. There's even been a few places that have had them on a Father's day sale.
Thought I saw the new "Wholesale Sports" had them on sale. Thumbhole stock to boot.
On sale through this weekend. They are the black thumbhole stock, blue barrel finish.
Post by: 3dsheetmetal on June 20, 2009, 09:17:49 AM