CVA Accura MR Nitride

Saw this clip earlier during the Shot Show.....so what do you think..is this Nitride technology just 'smoking mirrors' or is there something to it ?

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The technique used to treat the barrels is known as Salt Bath Nitride. Already used in military applications, the nitride process hardens the outer layer of the steel, making it more durable and more corrosion resistant than even chrome lining—which was previously the highest standard in bore toughening techniques. Unlike the exterior ceramic coatings, the nitride process protects the outside and the inside of the barrel, and it will not shoot out even with thousands of shots.

With muzzleloaders often being particularly susceptible to corrosion, CVA's application of the nitride technology is meant to reinforce the quality of the company's popular high-end line.

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The mr ml had initial problems with barrels and receivers coating coming off so they introduced this new process to compete with weather shield. Just prefer a stainless steel barrel. A lot of pissed of mr owners and the fact they had to replace guns is the reason for this new process. http://www.modernmuzzleloader.com/fo...24640&p=187263

From what I can find on the net it seems like a good process and is being used a lot in the AR world. Is it really required? I don't know. Millions of firearms have done just fine without it.

HA

The 100 ft per second faster is interesting though.

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Originally Posted by Mr.remington

The 100 ft per second faster is interesting though.

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yea my interest perked up at that too....so the barrel will probably see less wear too. Wonder if it aids in reducing crud build up ?

I'm sure I can't hurt.

First let me put my post from a different site:
http://www.modernmuzzleloader.com/fo...24964&start=25

Look at my first post from May 28th (First gun with pictures).

Then look at my post on the next page (Second gun, Replacement gun with pictures).

The replacement gun was worse than the first. And this is their NEW and IMPROVED flagship product...


PS The bergara barrels are beautifully made and finished, the problem is you have to hook them onto a piece of JUNK.

Cva optima I have is fine and was the best 300 bucks I spent. They cva accura v2 is a nice smoke pole.

Im thinking about getting into Muzzleloading.... Would one of these rifles be good for me to get? Never shot one before. Hopeing to find someone around Kingston to let me shoot a muzzleloader but I know ill like it.

Cva optima or tc impact would be my choice for the first time muzzleload hunter. Use pullets and they are easy to load.

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Originally Posted by pbonura

Cva optima or tc impact would be my choice for the first time muzzleload hunter. Use pullets and they are easy to load.

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Whenever I shoot pullets out of my ML, all I get is smoke and feathers!!:rolleyes:

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Originally Posted by jim

Whenever I shoot pullets out of my ML, all I get is smoke and feathers!!:rolleyes:

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sorry pellets.

LMAO.. Ty, Ill take those into considerations.. Now are Pullets more expensive than pellets and do they measure out the same ? :p:p

I bought a CVA Accura V2 this month in stainless. I was thinking of getting it in the nitride finish but decided against it after reading about 100 reviews this past year. A couple of them complained about the finish discolouring after periodic use. All the other aspects were well liked and no complaints from the stainless owners. This was a muzzle loader recommended by a rep from Western Powders after I contact them to correct ignition problems with my Kodiak last year.

Does any body know, what process they use for this coating???

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferritic_nitrocarburizing

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Originally Posted by Mr.remington

The 100 ft per second faster is interesting though.

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Apology, MP, for veering off the topic a bit ......

I noted Traditions now offers the Vortek "LDR" that has the capablity to reach out quite a bit as per the following demo ....



Interestingly, they are also offer a hammerless version called the Strikerfire .....

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Originally Posted by sharps4570

Apology, MP, for veering off the topic a bit ....

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No problem, I see that Traditions uses the Premium CeraKote Finish , a ceramic coating;

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Cerakote is a ceramic based finish that can be applied to metals, plastics, polymers, and wood. The unique formulation used for Cerakote ceramic coating enhances a number of physical performance properties including abrasion/wear resistance, corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, impact strength, and hardness.

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I hadn't realized there were so many kinds of coatings that you can get for your rifles. It looks like a crowded market. I started to read some comparisons to see what is best, but hard to find a proven test report, mostly just anecdotal user information out there.

I was surprised at how many guys get there Stainless Steel barrels coated....