The Savage muzzleloader is not the only one. There are some other models out there, but they tend to be expensive. As for regulations, be sure and check the area you want to hunt, and the laws of that State as some do not allow "smokeless powder." Also some do not allow certain ignition systems on muzzleloaders.

From all I have read, the Savage is a great muzzleloader. They are very well made, accurate, and well tested. While some like to compare the Savage to a center fire, I can assure you it is a muzzleloader. It loads likeone, the only difference is the brand of powder. If we judge a rifle solely on powder, could not a true black powder shooter then claim that for example, a Winchester Apex is not a true muzzleloader because the shooters uses Triple Se7en, or Black Mag3.