I own both and use both, however I prefer traditional. About the only time one of my in-lines sees action is during the regular "anything goes" firearms season. We can use any style ML (flint or perc., scopes or iron) in our early antlerless only season and I use an open sighted flintlock or sidelock perc. depending on weather. Late ML season is flint only with open sights. No scopes or peeps allowed.....BPS