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Post by deerdude on Dec 28, 2007 19:54:44 GMT -5
would you recommend that wont break the bank but is a good deer gun? i had a remington inline many years ago that didnt fire when i had a big ten not 50 yrds.out in the scope ,so i got rid of it.wasnt the guns fault ,i left a small film of grease behind the nipple .  i would like to get back into it but dont want to spend a bunch ,i spend enough on archery thru the course of the year for two people. |
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Post by hornharvester on Dec 28, 2007 20:55:56 GMT -5
Really any modern inline muzzle loader will shoot 2" or better @ 100 yds with the right load. Walmart will be putting theirs on sale soon if they haven't already and you can pick on up for a good price.
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Post by omegahunter on Dec 30, 2007 18:07:48 GMT -5
Everybody has them on sale right now, so this is prime time to get into a muzzleloader on the cheap. I would recommend a CVA Kodiak or a Traditions Pursuit. They both shoot great, are easy to clean (removable breach plugs), and are relatively inexpensive in comparison to Knight or T/C.
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Post by Hoosier Hunter on Dec 30, 2007 18:15:19 GMT -5
What's your budget? (excluding optics) Alot of good deals now.
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Post by birddog on Dec 30, 2007 22:04:27 GMT -5
Knight...you get what you pay for!!!!!!!!!
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Post by songdog on Dec 31, 2007 22:01:22 GMT -5
I have heard some really good things about Savage. I may buy one if I see a good deal on one.
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Jan 2, 2008 7:21:27 GMT -5
TC Triumph.
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Post by maddog on Jan 2, 2008 10:31:02 GMT -5
look into a NEF sidekick. The blued/wood one can be had for under $180. Breaks down like a single shot shotgun. Good bang for the buck[no pun intended].
Mad Dog
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Post by weedhopper on Jan 2, 2008 20:14:06 GMT -5
Any White Rifle you can get your hands on.  |
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Post by trapperdave on Jan 4, 2008 10:41:52 GMT -5
can get a CVA at wallyworld under $100, shoots great and will make em just as dead as a $400 gun. The primer is exposed to the elements but I just tape a playing card over it when its raining or snowing
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Post by Rifleman on Jan 7, 2008 1:47:41 GMT -5
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Post by trapperdave on Jan 7, 2008 10:38:16 GMT -5
first I have ever heard. That info is put out by a Savage arms website...but you can bet I will investigate further! Ive never been a big fan of loading 150gr either like many, no need for over 100 imo.
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Post by Rifleman on Jan 8, 2008 20:33:48 GMT -5
Absolutely untrue, that is an independent website by Randy Wakeman, an independent firearms writer. Randy is not employed by Savage and the information was gathered by independent labs working on behalf of attorneys and their clients who were injured by unsafe muzzle loaders.
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Post by belltower on Jan 9, 2008 12:34:30 GMT -5
I know that there is a recall for certain serial numbers because there were problems with some of the designs (I think they had some barrels fail but I am not sure). In the name of safety here is the recall information:
In August 1997, CVA implemented a Voluntary Recall of all In-Line rifle models with serial numbers ending in 95 or 96. Example: 61-13-XXXXXX-95, or 61-13-XXXXXX-96. If you have a CVA In-Line model with such a serial number do not use or allow anyone else to use the gun. If you have one of these riffles, call CVA immediately at 770-449-4687 for complete details and a replacement rifle.
(This recall information is listed both on the CVA web site as well as in the owner’s manual of any CVA gun that you buy.)
I don’t think that you will have that problem with any of the newer guns. The bad publicity is out there already though.
On another note I just got a CVA Kodiak pro for Christmas. I have not been to the range yet but it seems like a solid gun and the price was right.
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Post by Rifleman on Jan 9, 2008 16:18:10 GMT -5
Gentlemen,
The sad truth of the matter is that CVA does not use gun barrel quaility steel, and does not proof test their barrels to the same pressure as their recommended loads. Research this for yourself and save yourself the heartache.
Personally makes no difference to me what kind of gun someone shoots. I figure the more shooters we have the better off we are. I also think we as hunters and shooters need to stick together, we have enough enemies in the liberal left. But I dont want to see anyone get hurt either.
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Post by weedhopper on Jan 9, 2008 16:42:40 GMT -5
Dwight,,did you give Randy a new Kodiak for Christmas?? ;D
"Bat"
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Post by Rifleman on Jan 9, 2008 16:51:37 GMT -5
I wish I had sent him a Kodiak Bear to clean up his place.
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Post by weedhopper on Jan 9, 2008 17:15:50 GMT -5
;D ;D I may try to make your "event". I'm only about an hour east of you. I need a "push" to the dark side... I'll keep an eye out on Chuck's place for updates. I'll let ya know. "Bat" |
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Post by danf on Jan 9, 2008 22:31:04 GMT -5
Hmmm, if weedhopper is an hour east, that puts me around 15-30 minutes east of Rifleman... Depending on how far north/south he is! Where are both of you at? I know weed is around Monrovia? |
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Post by trapperdave on Jan 9, 2008 22:59:06 GMT -5
Absolutely untrue, that is an independent website by Randy Wakeman, an independent firearms writer. Randy is not employed by Savage and the information was gathered by independent labs working on behalf of attorneys and their clients who were injured by unsafe muzzle loaders. the banner on the home page reads in big ol letters... Welcome to Randy Wakeman's Shooting Sports Site and the headquarters for Savage Muzzleloading |
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i would like to get back into it but dont want to spend a bunch ,i spend enough on archery thru the course of the year for two people.
