First , price is a issue with me.I would like a encore ,but just to salty. I must also consider the weight since Im disabled.I seen and held the Omega .50 cal. It is light ,short and opens like a single barrel shotgun to put the cap in,which seems easier then the bolt type..Seems easy to handle.I never shoot over 75 yards. Also what benefits is the stainless barrel ? Would this be a good choice??????? thanks I need some comments,I'm not a experienced blackpowder person.Also a comment on a reasonable scope for it.I would only be using it 4 days out of the year,so i dont want to buy a lincoln just to drive to the corner store.