I am probably going to get some type of smooth bore or maybe a fowling piece either way it will be a flintlock .I am left handed and that will cause me to make some changes (glasses ) Thank you for your help.
I have been firing a flintlock for close to 55 years and never did get used to the "flash in the pan"!
can't imagine shooting a right handed flinter lefthanded.
just flashed in my minds eye when I read your post.
you go ahead and get a smoothbore. a rifle will soon follow it home. then another etc etc
blackpowder is a most addictive substance. and the look and feel of a long rifle has no equal. addicted.