cva buckhorn would be a perfect starter rifle, Its not as fast when it comes to cleaning but its great to start off with and build your skills/knowledge of blackpowder hunting and will perform great for you. I had an old cva staghorn which was a step lower than the buckhorn and it was a simple made gun and shot great. Like i said, its going to take a little longer to clean due to the action design but its a good rifle to start off with. But personally, i'd spend the $139 on the cva wolf and get an up to date break action muzzleloader thats really simple to clean.

MIDWAY USA TC z5 265 with shipping best del I have found

T/C omega, I am an FFL-Dealer and have seen some fantasic deals from distributors lately on the .45 cal models. You can't beat these guns for accuracy and ease of cleaning. The basic blue/black stock should not run you much more than $200 in .45 cal or $240 in .50 Cal. models current pricing.

I am shooting a .45 cal omega this year and love it.

Thompson Center stands behind these American made products very well, one of the best reputations in the industry.

I would recommend the Traditions muzzleloader line. I have had a Traditions Evolution Long Distance .50 cal for a little over a year now and love it.And it retails for only $259.00.

I have the same thing. $139 at Gander Mtn.