Pluckit,

Just be patient. As I stated earlier, there are good deals out there to be had. Maybe it's better that you don't jump the gun and buy something you may regret later. Do some snooping around and handle some of the different manufacturers models. Maybe you know someone that owns several flintlocks that you could spend some time shooting with. Visit your local gunshops and ask if they would be willing to give you a call if they take in a good clean used rifle you may be interested in. You have some time to work with before hunting season rolls around again.

BPS