I’ve owned 4 muzzleloaders over the last 15 years and have progressed to the “modern” inline version like most people, but I have come to miss shooting the traditional round ball over 60 to 90 grains of powder. I’m shooting a TC Encore with a 1:28 twist and not to surprisingly it shoots round balls either bad, horrible, or worse depending on the powder charge.

I’m considering purchasing another Encore barrel from Fox Ridge with a 1:48 twist. Do you think it’s worth it? How well do you think this barrel will shoot a round ball? I know it’s best to use even a slower 1:66 twist, that’s why I’m asking.

Are you folks aware of any other Encore barrel manufacturers that offer a round ball shooting barrel? From a dollars and cents standpoint, should I just buy another gun? Thanks for your input.