RE: Austin and Halleck vs knight any suggestions
All I have READ about the two different rifles is, they are both top quality shooting rifles. There are issues with any rifle you buy that someone finds a pain while another finds no issue at all.
All the guns have to be cleaned. Some just take longer then others. I own a Black Diamond XR which is a great rifle, no question.. but ask anyone that owns a Black Diamond and they will tell you all about cleaning a muzzleloader. Yet look at them close because they can really make those rifles shoot....
I would see which one fits my shoulder and the pull of them. Also check the triggers on the rifles and see which ones you like the best. Also look into which rifle requires special little plastic holders for the primers. After that make your decision. I would base it on accuracy, dependability, company service, warranty, and last how hard it is to clean...
Both are great rifles...