OK I figured one of the reasons would be that it extended the opportunity for deer season and now as I find out it also can improve odds for getting drawn for a tag. Makes sense as there are probably far fewer muzzle loaders than modern rifle hunters. Do they also alow them for use in states that are shotgun only? Maybe cause of shorter range. I hope I did'nt offend any muzzle loaders, I am actually looking into buying one of the cheaper models I have seen in Cabellas to fool around with. Thanks.

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