While I’m new to the forum, I’ve referenced this excellent site frequently over the years. Recently retired, I’m excited to have the time to participate. I’m not new to muzzle loading.....but hope to learn a lot more. I’m primarily a hunter, shooting my first buck over 40 years ago with a 50cal TC Hawken made from a kit....A bit of an eyesore, it still shoots superbly. Over the past couple of decades I’ve shot flintlocks almost exclusively. I’ve managed to accumulate a handful over the years, with my 50 Cal, Hubbard Virginia Rifle being my favorite.