Slugman,

There are many different types of muzzleloaders, from flint to inlines. I personally shoot both. There are many different types of manufactures, from Traditions, Thompson, Knight, CVA, etc.

I have a 50 calibur Traditions Deerhunter flint and a 50 cal CVA Firebolt. Both guns shoot well but need more time at the range than the 30-06. I use both here in PA since I can use them during different seasons. I picked up the Deerhunter at Gander mountain in one of those kits. This way I had everything I needed to get started. I have killed deer with it so I know it works, but it is not necessarily the ultimate gun. I was at Gander Mountain last weekend and they have a kit for a Knight muzzleloader inline at a decent price.

Check your Game Commission muzzleloader laws regarding the types you can use. This should help you to decide what type you want, than go from there.

Tomster