You nailed it
Like anything, muzzleloading will cover the gamut. As well stated above…anything from primitive to modern. I am at the modern end - I bought an inline to extend seasons. I also got one to handle one of the first black powder substitutes - smokeless - yes, I am a heretic! Mine (Savage ML10
https://randywakeman.com/savage3.htm) is a muzzleloader in loading only. It is a throughly modern rifle in all facets, except the way it is loaded. I will let you know how it performs…someday I will shoot it (it is only 10 years old, no reason to rush into things
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The good news, Texas law allows for it:
Most will say Texas hunting is not REAL hunting either (blinds, feeders, etc…).
I also have a bow (compound). With the current assortment of sights and triggers…it is a rifle without the range! I had a friend try it (he is a GOOD shooter), but never had pulled a bow. He was in the target on his first shot…due to his good foundation in shooting. This is in spite of being left handed, and shooting my right handed bow.
Some hunt pig with knives or spears…do what is right for you…and enjoy being outdoors with your family and friends.