If you want my opinion the NEF sidekick is the best of the low priced muzzleloaders. I have one and it shoots like none other. Also it is a well made American muzzleloader. The only thing that I dont care for is the ramord but i can deal with it. hope this helps. http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/pod/horizontal-pod.jsp?id=0027233&navCount=1&parentId=cat 20815&masterpathid=&navAction=push&cmC at=MainCatcat20712-cat20815&parentType=index&indexId=cat20815 &rid= Also you should keep your eye out because most muzzleloaders will be onsale for the next few months. (invitory sales)