I am new to muzzle-loading an have a 50 cal Encore using 2 prodex pellets and 250g Barnes TMZ.

Just shot 2 deer that were 3/4 away in the lungs and both dropped in their tracks. not even one step. they were about 40 yards away from me when I shot. I could see the blood pumping out the entry hole. Both expired with in 20 seconds.

Is this the norm with muzzleloaders?

Was it the bullet? the Gun?

All I can say is WOW!!!!!