ORIGINAL: bigdreamin
I'm currently looking at buy a CVA Optima Pro, was wonder what kinda of luck people have had with them, or if there is something better. Also what kinda of scopes people like for their muzzle loaders. Right now I am looking at a leaupold shotgun scope for it.
Better is a matter of opinion,how you intend to use and what is legal for you to use.
I shoot a Savage ML and use smokeless through it. Other ML's are not safe to use smokeless through and quite a few states still have smokeless as illegal to use during ML season. My savage can also shoot 777 and BP, but I like the advantages of shooting smokeless.
From what I have heard, CVA makes pretty solid ML's, but don't be afraid to take a look at traditions, TC and others prior to buying.
Hopefully some others will give you some feedback more specific to the CVA.
Good luck.