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looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« on: January 23, 2009, 09:14:30 AM »
Well, with the proposed changes that would open up smoke pole hunting near the areas I live looks like I need a muzzleloader :IBCOOL:. Any recommendations on what type. Looking to stay under $300.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2009, 09:17:34 AM »
I'm thinking the same thing. I've been looking at the Knight bighorn. I runs about $330.00 to $350.00 depending on the model. Stainless, camo, etc, etc.

I'm gonna wait till the regs come out though.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2009, 09:17:57 AM »
I guess I'm old school. I prefer the sidelocks, I have a .54 cal Lyman Trade rifle. I would reccomend the .54 as it has enough power for deer and elk. >50 will do the job but the extra energy from the larger bullet is much better IMO

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #3 on: January 23, 2009, 09:32:22 AM »
Well, with the proposed changes that would open up smoke pole hunting near the areas I live looks like I need a muzzleloader :IBCOOL:. Any recommendations on what type. Looking to stay under $300.

I'd look for a good used TC Black Diamond XR Stainless. Should find one for what your looking to pay. I like mine. I also have a CVA Elkhorn Magnum I like as well. Neither gun is made new anymore. Not many companies make a WA friendly Muzz. Might have to look used.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #4 on: January 23, 2009, 09:38:23 AM »
I have a Thompson Center.  I would wait until the regs come out though before I bought one.  RIght now the restrictions on what kind of muzzeloader you can use in this state are very restrictive (more restrictive than any other state that I am aware of).  FOr that reason, a LOT of the "good" muzzeloaders in production are not legal for hunting here (because we do not allow covered ignition systems).  I would wait until the regs come out and see if they relax those rules before buying anything.  THey probably won't, but I would wait and see.
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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #5 on: January 23, 2009, 09:42:20 AM »
Some companies are coming out with "western" versions of inlines. There was one at sportsmans warehouse that was a new model although I can't remember the make. CVA maybe. There's a few to choose from and i'm sure there will be more. I believe SW had 4 washington leagal ML's last time I was there. I like the sidelock ones myself but gonna go inline if I do in fact buy one.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #6 on: January 23, 2009, 09:44:00 AM »
I'm getting the Knight Bighorn

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #7 on: January 23, 2009, 10:32:06 AM »
You know you folks are going to be pretty unhappy this fall.  Talk about a crowded woods, just wait my friends.
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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #8 on: January 23, 2009, 10:39:25 AM »
reminds me of the kid in the middle of a see saw.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #9 on: January 23, 2009, 10:44:58 AM »
reminds me of the kid in the middle of a see saw.


 :chuckle:

The great thing for me is I have all the weapons already (ML 2 of them, Rifles (many) , and Bows) so I'll wait until the official regs come outbefore I decide.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #10 on: January 23, 2009, 10:48:30 AM »
reminds me of the kid in the middle of a see saw.


 :chuckle:

The great thing for me is I have all the weapons already (ML 2 of them, Rifles (many) , and Bows) so I'll wait until the official regs come outbefore I decide.
me too.Im to broke up to archery hunt,which I love.so I love the muzzy now.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #11 on: January 23, 2009, 12:23:53 PM »
im looking to buy a muzzleloader because i can hunt with all weapons on a general tag here in idaho, and we have stricter rules than washington but now they are making a lot of inlines that are legal, theyre even making break actions that are legal now they just cut out around the nipple so its exposed

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #12 on: January 23, 2009, 02:56:36 PM »
You know you folks are going to be pretty unhappy this fall.  Talk about a crowded woods, just wait my friends.

Well I will be waiting for the regs to come out before I purchase one, but I have always wanted to try it, just haven't had any hunts available near where I live for muzzy hunting. If the proposed changes take affect I will be happy to try a different method. As far as the crowds....it can't be worse than rifle hunts where I go. On top of that all my GMU's would be available for all 3 weapons general season hunts with the multi season tag.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #13 on: January 23, 2009, 03:24:35 PM »
I have a Knight in line that is nice but I love my Lyman Hunter. It is a traditional 50 caliber cap rifle with a fast twist barrel. I can shoot ballistic tip sabots if I want and I have a set trigger and the feel and steady hold of a traditional ML rifle. I think it is the best of both worlds. I bought it from cabelas for about $400 bucks. I put a fine front sight and rear peep sight on it and it out shoots my in line.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #14 on: January 23, 2009, 03:46:54 PM »
Any excuse for a new gun is a good one!! :chuckle:

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #15 on: January 23, 2009, 05:35:47 PM »
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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #16 on: January 23, 2009, 05:38:33 PM »
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As far as the crowds....it can't be worse than rifle hunts where I go.

You got that right. Modern season is getting rediculous. It couldn't be worse than that. If they give more time in 139 I think I'll switch to ML. The Yahoo's down there are getting out of hand.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #17 on: January 23, 2009, 10:42:39 PM »
If you can find a used White I would buy it in a heartbeat.
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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #18 on: January 25, 2009, 01:51:09 PM »
Winchester X-150 in .45. It's just a fancy CVA but I love mine in .50  Paid $250 at Sportsmans Warehouse on sale 3 years ago. Think I might buy it in the .45 now.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #19 on: January 25, 2009, 04:06:07 PM »
Well, with the proposed changes that would open up smoke pole hunting near the areas I live looks like I need a muzzleloader :IBCOOL:. Any recommendations on what type. Looking to stay under $300.

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #20 on: January 25, 2009, 07:35:36 PM »
I have Traditions Pursuit Northwest Edition that came out last year configured to be legal in WA.  It's a great gun. 

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #21 on: February 09, 2009, 02:08:08 PM »
i bought a muzzleloader a few years back. its a winchester dont know much more about it. havent hunted with it yet but have shot it quite a bit. i cant complain at all it was 180 bucks and shoots great.
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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #22 on: February 12, 2009, 07:26:50 PM »
With the economy what it is and retailers having problems getting lines of credit to stock stores, expect fewer muzzleloaders on the shelf. I asked about special orders at my local sports shop and I was told they can't do that anymore. Also, layaway is no longer an option.
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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #23 on: April 03, 2009, 07:58:50 PM »
I have Traditions Pursuit Northwest Edition that came out last year configured to be legal in WA.  It's a great gun. 
Have you had any problems with the ignition system not firing and taking multiple strikes on the caps to fire?

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Re: looks like I'm getting a muzzle loader!
« Reply #24 on: April 03, 2009, 11:13:49 PM »
Have you had any problems with the ignition system not firing and taking multiple strikes on the caps to fire?

My cousin bought this gun last fall. Ever since the first time he took it out he's had problems. I guess tradition's know's about the problem and will fix it. Apperantly (sp) the hammer was designed for the 209 ignition. All they did to make it legal in wa was to cut the whole in the top and change the ignition. Since the hammer was designed for the 209 it doesn't hit the musket caps right. My cousin missed an opertunity (sp) at a really big doe, broadside at 30 yrds, on the last day of the season because his gun didn't go off.
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