Hurry, which muzzleloader?

[tyrajam]

I am trading an old climber stand I don't use today for a black powder rifle, I can have my pick of one of three. Meeting him this evening so I need to make my decision, I can have either a T/C .54 Hawkens, A T/C .50 Renegade, or a NEF break open Huntsman. I know very little about blackpowder guns, I had a tc black diamond a while ago and traded it away because I didn't like it. I might use this gun for the late ML season whitetail hunting, thats my hope anyway. So which one should I choose? Here's the pic he emailed me.

 

[Mini-14]

I would choose one of the TC's

 

[jmiller676]

Go with the big boy. .54.

 

[DHolder]

Go for the .50 cal Renegade! Try 100gr pyrodex and 290gr power belts. I want range report. That should get you close. Don

 

[22lr]

T/C .54 Hawkens

I had one and let me assure you it was afreakingmazing. Double set trigger was awesome (light as a feather), and it was pretty accurate. Just be advised that good ammo is harder to find compared to the extremely popular .50.

 

[Mgderf]

NEF would be easier to clean

 

[Glock17 Man]

I have a NEF .50 cal and I love it. I believe it is one of the safest muzzleloaders.

 

[dave29]

I would go for a .50 just for the bullet availability.

 

[Jack Ryan]

I am trading an old climber stand I don't use today for a black powder rifle, I can have my pick of one of three. Meeting him this evening so I need to make my decision, I can have either a T/C .54 Hawkens, A T/C .50 Renegade, or a NEF break open Huntsman. I know very little about blackpowder guns, I had a tc black diamond a while ago and traded it away because I didn't like it. I might use this gun for the late ML season whitetail hunting, thats my hope anyway. So which one should I choose? Here's the pic he emailed me.

Not a 54 calibur.

 

[AF92venger]

I would say the .50 cal. Just like the other guy said... .50cal bullets are a lot easier to get. AND, if you decide to sell or trade for a newer one, you will most likely have ammo to go with it!

 

[Leadeye]

I've had a 50 cal TC for more than 30 years, easy to find ammo and I don't think they ever wear out.

 

[Jack Ryan]

I've had a 50 cal TC for more than 30 years, easy to find ammo and I don't think they ever wear out.

My own rifles are ALL 45 and I would recomend the 50 for those exact reasons, easy to find fresh ammo. It's the one there is most of, so the amo is always available and the lowest price. All the accessories are available for the 50 first and sometimes never for everything else.

 

[nighthawk80]

Uh, one of each?
The 54 cal would be worth more in the end.
But the 50 cal is more fun to shoot.

 

[joshennis84]

I'd go with the break-open if you are wanting something to actually hunt with. It'll be easier to clean mainly, plus you might get a little more range out of it. Otherwise a tc is worth more.

 

[xHwyLT]

I know it's probably too late, but I recommend the NEF for the following reasons:
1.50 Cal, easier to find bullets.
2.Uses 209 Primer.
3.Can use preformed pellets.
4.Can get a barrel chambered for regular (modern) cartridge, through the NEF barrel accessory program.
5.Easier to clean & prime.
Otherwise if you want the nostalgic look & feel, take the T/C Hawken. It's a great gun.

 

[LPPOsecurity]

Why would u revive a 2 yr old thread?

 

[Sgt7330]

take a light with you and look at the bores and breechs in all 3. I'd take the best of the T/C guns.

 

[willie69]

go with the54 all the way its a blast to shoot and does a terrific job on deer

 

[Lock n Load]

I would choose one of the TC's

My thoughts too....

 

[xHwyLT]

Why would u revive a 2 yr old thread?

Just for the sake of making comparisons. I'm sure it's fun for people to put in their 2cents.