My first inline muzzleloader was a Marlin MLS in 50 cal. It is black composite stock with a stainless barrel and I got it online around 5 years ago for $199.00 including shipping. I liked the Marlin because I'm a southpaw and it had a top tang safety and the bolt that you pull back could be changed to either the right or left side. It was a #11 cap nipple but I converted it over to 209 with a Traditions conversion kit. I still have it and it does shoot very good. I have gotten several more "updated" inlines since the Marlin but all they do different is allow me an easier clean at the end of the day.The Marlin shoots just as good as my newer and different brand muzzleloaders.