I believe that the Tradition's PA Pellet is the one with the removable breech plug. For that reason, that would be my choice. It makes it much easier to make sure it is clean and well cared for. It also comes in handy for mistakes and unloading without firing the rifle at the end of the day.

I have read some other posts about the PA Pellet and all the comments about the flintlock quality and the rifle accuracy were very good. If that is in my price range, then that would be my choice of the two you mentioned.

Otherwise look at some of the Lyman Rifles like the Deerstalker, Trade Rifle, and Great Plains. All of them are top of the line shooters. Welcome to the sport. You are about to be hooked.....