I agree, Roundball.
Even though flinting is not as difficult as one would think, the discipline required adds a whole new sense of accomplishment. I could hardly contain myself when the first shot went off, (actually I couldn't contain myself). I can't imagine what it will feel like to take a deer with it. The anticipation builds over time with all the practice and preparation of your setup. Truly a whole different experience. I chose a flint for that reason. I'm not sure that an inline would have done it for me. Plus the fact that the late ML season in PA is flint only. Between bowhunting and flinting, I hardly have interest in my centerfire guns, although I will continue to rifle hunt with family, our deer camp traditions and all.