Timthinker
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Jamie, modern firearms possess several obvious advantages over "front stuffers". The greater reliability of metallic cartridges is one clear advantage. Reloading speed is another. In addition, modern firearms have a higher rate of fire as well. No civil war "front stuffer" ( I really like that term) can compete with M-16s or AK-47s in firepower. Indeed, the 1892 Krag rifle surpasses its civil war predecessors in this regard also. I think all of us are in agreement concerning these issues.
In a self-defense situation, it seems that a quality single-action caplock revolver is less desirable than a good double-action revolver or semi-auto pistol. True, skill and proper mindset are important factors in self-defense with a firearm or any other weapon. Yet, relying on a muzzleloader seems more of a handicap than depending upon a modern firearm. That is the point I attempted to make earlier. I hope this clearifies my position.
Timthinker
In a self-defense situation, it seems that a quality single-action caplock revolver is less desirable than a good double-action revolver or semi-auto pistol. True, skill and proper mindset are important factors in self-defense with a firearm or any other weapon. Yet, relying on a muzzleloader seems more of a handicap than depending upon a modern firearm. That is the point I attempted to make earlier. I hope this clearifies my position.
Timthinker