Originally Posted by
jnicholes
First, thank you for the warning. I admit it, muzzleloading is addicting. However, I’m working hard to make sure that addiction does not get out of control. I told myself that I would have an in line and a traditional, but nothing more. Two guns is enough.
Second, I appreciate you telling me about the blunderbuss. I’ll remove that from my list.
Finally, I was actually still debating whether I should get a cap lock or flintlock. To be honest, I want something that’s close to being historically accurate. I don’t know which one fits that bill. I figured it was the flintlock, but I could be wrong.
Thanks for all the input.
It depends on how far back you want to go as far as being traditional. The flintlock was invented sometime in the 1500s and the percussion cap rifles were introduced around 1805. One other thing to think about is your state's hunting laws. For instance in PA the late muzzleloader season is flintlock only. You can only use your percussion during the early muzzleloader season or during the regular rifle season. Also don't get hung up on getting a .50 cal. A .45 caliber is fine for deer and a bit cheaper to shoot.