I use to hunt with a copy of a Kentucy rifle I made. 45 cal., muzzle load, with open sights. Now a days I wouldnt waste the money on a Black powder. My friend bought a new one which is breach load with a scope and with the new pellet powders it kinda defeats the purpose. The thing is like shooting a regular rifle. The only thing that would make it worth while is being able to start rifle season earlier than most normal rifles. I like to spend that time bow hunting .