cva wolf or cva buckhorn
 

iv been wanting to buy a muzzeloader just so i can hunt with out all the crazy rifle hunter,but im only 13 turning 14 next month and i dont got a lot of money but those are the two im thinking about with one do you think is the beeter value or better gun

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Both of them will do you just fine. The thing you might want to consider is the weather conditions where you live. If you hunt in a lot of rain and snow, the closed breech of the Wolf might be a better idea. The Buckhorn is a good rifle, but has an open breech. And the open breech is more then able to meet the hunting challenge. It is just some people do not like an open breech rifle. Be sure and check your hunting regulations to make sure both are legal in your area.

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i'd probably go with the wolf. But on the other hand, even tho the buckhorn takes longer to clean, its also simple to take apart and allows you to clean all moving parts.

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I've got a Wolf and it preforms just fine. First muzzleloader I've ever owned. I have no experience with a Buckhorn. I can get a great group at 100 yards with it. I'll be trying to harvest my first deer with it this fall. There are more expensive models out there but I bought this one brand new for $100 just to see if muzzleloading is for me. One thing for sure even if I don't like it to deer hunt with and decide to go back to my 1187 I'll keep it just because it's fun to shoot.

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i would borrow an extra 150$ or skip a couple rounds of fast foo and get a thompson center. good things come to those who wait:D. if you must though the optima is nice for the price .

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skip a couple rounds of fast foo? what is fast foo

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I think I'd choose the Wolf. Cleanup should be easier.

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FOOD:D

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I shot at a Foo once - missed it. It was just too fast! [:'(]

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learn how to spell :D

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Depending on how big you are now and how fast you are growing I would encourage you to consider the Optima also. I bought one for my 13/14 year old and he likes it. He wanted the Wolf but I missed all the Walmart close out deals for <$100 and most other places wanted around $140 for it. I came across a nearly new Optima on auctionarms.com and got it for $115 + shipping and didn't look back. If your using open sights, the extra 2" of sight radius the longer barrel gives you will be noticed in your accuracy. If you can handle the longer barrel length of the pro and can score a deal on one of those it would be even better. Also with the Optima, you can always add the pro barrel of your choice later as you grow into it.

For a starter rifle the CVA's do a good job for a reasonable price. The TC's and Knight's are nice and do have a quality advantage in their build but not neccessarily in their performance and accuracy, that has more to do with the shooter than the gun 99% of the time.

Good luck with whatever you get and keep us posted on how it goes. It's good to see some young people jumping in and participating.

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Terbzz: I know you specifically asked about two CVA's, but please consider the NEF Sidekick rifle. About the only downfall I can see with that rifle is that it requires primer carriers, like Knight rifles. Other options would be an Omega Z-5 or Knight Wolverine. Both of those guns come with starter kits. Problem is, they'll both set you back 'bout $300 new. Here's a blue/walnut Sidekick from Cabela's for $180. I'm sure you can find them elsewhere for less: http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/te...amp;hasJS=true
P.S. I vote for the Wolf;)

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terbzz, bought a Buckhorn at Walmart last winter on clearance for $99. Am amazed at how accurate it can be. I'm getting 3" or better groups at 100 yds, 1.5" at 50 and even 6" groups so far at 200 yards. Easy to clean, easy to carry, only about 6 pounds. The sights are wonderful, bright and easy to aquire the target with. Looking forward to filling out my ml bull tag this September with it!

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I would say that you should save for a little while longer and buy a TC Omega. Right now you can get one for about 250 bucks(super cheap) at Cabelas right now. They're clearing them out to make room for the Triumph.

If you must buy one of the CVAs, I like the Buckhorn better. Good luck. Don't be hasty with yor decision. You'll be happier if you can get the best one for you, even if it takes longer to save for.

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I would vote Wolf, but for a cheap muzzleloader you can get a Traditions Pursuit for $169 from Midsouth.IMO that's a much better choice for not a lot more money.http://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item.asp?sku=00139R71003450