Optimna V3 Lede

First Look: CVA Optima V3

CVA has announced its new Optima V3 muzzleloader, building on the company's standard Optima platform with modern upgrades for versatility and performance. The redesigned CVA Optima fills the sweet spot between CVA’s entry-level Wolf and premium Accura models—offering enhanced features without the premium price tag.

Muzzleloaders: A Better First-Gun Choice

For a hunter’s first rifle, one naturally chooses among the myriad center-fire cartridges and the arms that chamber them. But, is that the best option? Probably not.

Hardware: CVA Paramount

The Paramount is far more than your average blackpowder rifle. Designed for shots at 300 yards and beyond, it delivers the performance of a centerfire rifle in a gun that can be used during every season except bow season.

12 Steps That Made PowerBelt the World’s No. 1-Selling Muzzleloader Bullet

For most of PowerBelt’s less-than-20-year existence, it’s been the dominant bullet brand in muzzleloading, and though it caught on quickly, this All-American success story didn’t occur without much hard work and sacrifice. Here’s how they did it.

Gear for Blackpowder Buffalo

What’s it take to hunt Cape buffalo with a muzzleloader? Here’s a look at what Editorial Director John Zent utilized on his recent trip to Mozambique.

Big Smoke Buffalo

We were on a mission to hunt the African troublemaker with muzzleloaders. Our mantra: Better get that first shot right.

CVA Introduces New Optima V2 LR Muzzleloader

CVA has announced the arrival of its new Optima V2 LR, packed with features that make it ideal for longer-range shooting.

Video: CVA Accura Plains Rifle

For 2017, CVA has rolled out its new Accura PR (Plains Rifle). With a Nitride-treated 416 grade stainless steel barrel, the Plains Rifle is designed to deliver a high level of long-range performance without sacrificing balance and maneuverability.

Sunshine State Hogs: America’s Original Invasive Species

After deer, hogs are Florida’s next most popular big-game quarry, and compared to most other hog states, the wild porkers are a close second.

2016 Muzzleloader of the Year: CVA Accura LR Nitride

Meet our 2016 Muzzleloader of the Year, the Accura LR Nitride from CVA.

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