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Best muzzleloader for an older guy

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Just incase you are wondering if the 45 has enough power here is a 129 grain round ball 32 inch barrel and 65 grains of 2 f at 50 yards
 

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You could take a rifle you like and cut it down into a canoe gun. ---- I took a 35" long barrel and cut it down to 18". It is now so easy to carry. The maximum effective range has been reduced. However, for our general needs it is still an effective gun.
 

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American ingenuity. Modification based on your needs is such a fun thing to do. I’ll bet that aims quick
Yes. That Canoe Gun is so easy to carry, and it goes on the point very quickly and effectively. I had a gunsmith recrown the muzzle and move the front sight from the scrap piece to the new muzzle. I have other muzzleloaders for specific needs.
 
the wmc percussion & it is a great rifle, I shoot w a peep, plenty accurate for me & wish I had one in flint too. If you shoot 75-80 grains they dont kick too bad. Looking at that scout in a pedersoli too.
 
I am 81 and switched from a Thompson Center 50 Cal to a 20-62 trade gun. I have a repaired shoulder and the weight difference makes a huge difference. My trade gun is pretty accurate at60 yards with pbr and 80 grains of ff bp. Recoil is not bad. Hope this helps.
 
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