I'm just not sure RW is someone any company has to address itself to. Really, who is he, UC? What makes him an authority that a gun manufacture must address itself to? That A&H took a positive actionis indicative that they understood how RW'sactions could harm them, perhaps even put them out of business. That A&H was able to satisfy RW as to the safety of their rifles with spanish barrels, merely tells me that Traditions and CVA could do the same.

What I think Randy should do, is to discourage everyone from using charges in excess of the powder manufacture's maximum recommendations. That will save lives and limbs far better than discouraging the purchase of guns manufactured with Spanish barrels.

My biggest problem with RW's crusade is that it destroys the experience of many who deserve to enjoy and use sensibly the muzzleloader's they worked so hard to buy and grown to love. I just don't like that aspect of his method. He should rather encourage and recommend safe loads for these muzzleloaders, helping others to enjoy their muzzleloaders safely.

Happy Hunting, Phil