I am new to the board and new to muzzleloaders. I just bought my fist muzzleloader, a Pursuit Pro, I was not looking to spend a lot of money since I will only use it for 2 wks a year. The gun had the thumbhole and felt nice, however, since purchasing it I have read some unfavorable reports about "spanish" barrels being unsafe. Has anyone else heard of this or had a Traditions? I haven't seen too much written about them on this board.