Yes all I am recommending is CVA guns in this thread, with a complete description of every break action gun CVA makes. I have a T/C Pro Hunter that I would like to recommend because mine shoots great. I have read too many other threads where people have trouble with them grouping sabots or conical, and have to modify their guns. I can't in good conscience recommend one to OP. Also with S&W buyout of T/C and what has happened since I don't know how long T/C will be around. I also have 2 cap lock T/C guns, I like them but I would not recommend them to a new comer. Personally I don't believe a knight is easier to clean than my CVA break action, I guess if one loves them and they are accurate for them then it is all good.
Muley hunter name one suggestion that you have made on this thread to the OP that was good information for him to use to select a muzzleloader. You don't have to have his pedigree to make a recommendation, just what guns you like, bullets you shoot and powder you would recommend. If I were that concerned about where they live I would give them some information about checking with their state DNR and have him ask what the regulations are. Truthfully I would not worry about it as there are not that many states that require NW muzzleloaders. I hope the OP is getting something out of this. I don't think the OP was asking a vague question, he said he was looking to buy a muzzleloader and was wanting to know what a good brand was. There is a bunch of information that could be given to satisfy his needs for now. You don't need to know if he is going to hunt deer, maybe he just wants it to go to the range. I would assume that any gun you would recommend would be capable to hunt deer or punch holes in paper.