CVA Optima elite...yes or no?

[shelton573]

Hello everyone,
I have to find a new muzzleloader since I can't hunt deer with rifle where I moved to in Iowa. I had a TC omega 45 cal that me and my dad went half on. When I moved I let him keep it so he didn't have to shop around. I found a CVA Optima elite online that has the 50 cal barrel and a 243 barrel that I can get for about $330. I really only need the ML but thought it might be nice to have an extra gun to use for Yote hunting if something happens to my 22-250. Plus they still sell barrels for these that are pretty reasonable.

My question is, does anyone have experience with the optima elite in ML or with a rifle barrel? Is it worth it or should I just look into their dedicated muzzleloader such as the optima magnum? Any input on the optima elite or the regular optima would be much appreciated. Thanks!

Shelton

 

[bigtommy]

JMO No I would spend the extra and get a TC Encore Pro Hunter.

 

[Wedgy]

I'm in the same position needing a muzzle loader for mule deer and looked the the same one on Gunbroker. I love the .243 too ! I've been reading some of the muzzle loader columns on a few of the sights and was really impressed with some of the patterns these guys are getting.
http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/showthread.php/235836-TARGET-RESULTS-FROM-THE-RANGE

http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/showthread.php/234903-Second-range-session

 

[shelton573]

I have read good and bad things about them. They say the dedicated muzzleloader shoots very well but the elite can be hit or miss due to the screw on the forearm being very touchy. Not sure what to do yet. I got until mid February til my profit sharing comes at work so I got some time. Thanks for the replies!