Originally Posted by
BarnesAddict
And if you look further for the RUM, you'll find it as low as $632. Add another $200 for a breech plug you never have to replace no matter how much you shoot. Unlike the Knight, which will still need some kind of modification. So for still less money, you get an accurate long range muzzleloader, built on an absolutely proven action.
Now to the boys that don't like long range hunting...... First realize that some hunters other than maybe you, hunt over large pieces of agricultural properties. Some states have nothing but an orange pumpkin patch if they are forced to hunt state land. Your style or type of hunting, is not the only style of hunting.
https://grabagun.com/model-700-ultim...rce=igodigital
Back to my post on this - its not that I don't like long range hunting. But IMO, and only mine, doing so with a ML requires not only an accurate rifle but also a very good range finder and a intimate knowledge of where your rifle shoots at all ranges (likely every 25 yards once you get out there over 350-400 yards). I just don't have the time or the patience to devote that much effort into it. You guys that do this long range stuff I applaud you. The RUM + the after market BP would seem like a good deal for any interested in long range shooting. Just not for everyone. But at least the thread was posted to let RUM user know what is available to them.
One thing that does seem odd to me is that Rem does not recommend BH209 in this modern rifle!