I want to buy a muzzleloader and I have been reading allI can find on the internet as well as bugging everyone I know. I can't spend the money on a high end Encore, but I'm looking for a reliable gun for around $300 or so. I have looked at the Traditions & CVA guns. Is it important to have a stainless or nickel barrel as far as cleaning? I live in NW Florida and apparently I have picked a bad time this close to XMAS to find much in stock. I would consider buying online, but I really like to see and hold a gun before buying.
Thanks in advance for any info.