Not sure this is the "best" way to get started but it may simlpify things a bit.<P>First, buy Sam Fadala's Black Powder Hand book and read the damn thing cover to cover. Sure, there are some guys with lot's of experience who nit-pick with Sam over some of the finer points but the book will get you off to a safe start.<P>Second, decide on traditional or modern muzzleloading.<P>If you decide on traditional, I'd recommend a Lyman Great Plains Rifle to start with. <P>For a modern rifle try one of the Knight rifles.<P><BR>
