I really appreciate the responses. Like I said I am new to the muzzleloader scene. I live and hunt in Nevada. I also hunt Idaho and Montana. And hopefully Colorado soon. I do want a rifle that will meet all the regulations for these states. The Bighorn will meet Nevada's regulations but I have not looked into the other states.

I have looked at several different muzzleloaders. I have a budget of around $500 at this point for the rifle. I want to get the best I can get for that money. I know a lot of it comes to personal preference when it comes to brands. Just like anything else. My plan for this muzzleloader is hunting. Now with that said I am not someone that likes to take a rifle, bow etc out a week before the season and shoot it a couple times. I like to shoot a lot and become very comfortable and familiar with a weapon. So it will be something that I shoot with regularity. So ease of cleaning is a big deal. Will the disc extreme be a better option for me?