Description
You’re in the stand before first light, the chill seeping in. The season’s short, the terrain is steep, and every ounce on your shoulder is a tax paid with every step. When it comes to a muzzleloader that bridges the gap between primitive weapon and modern hunting tool—delivering reach, accuracy, and brutal knockdown power without breaking your back—the answer is the Traditions Black Powder Pursuit G4 Ultralight. This isn’t a range toy; it’s a purpose-built hunting instrument designed for the mobile hunter who covers ground.
The Traditions Black Powder Pursuit G4 Ultralight .50 Caliber 26″ Tapered Fluted Barrel CeraKote Finish 3-9x40mm Duplex Scope Reaper Buck Camo Soft Touch Stock is a modern inline muzzleloader engineered for extreme portability and all-weather reliability. It combines a lightweight, corrosion-resistant barrel and action with a premium camo-wrapped stock and a mounted optic, creating a ready-to-hunt package that requires no gunsmithing required to get afield.
Engineered for the Climb and the Shot
Let’s start with the name: Ultralight. This isn’t marketing fluff. The heart of this system is its 26-inch tapered, fluted barrel. The taper reduces weight forward, improving balance and swing, while the flutes shed more ounces and increase surface area for faster cooling. It’s topped off with a CeraKote finish—a ceramic-based coating far tougher than traditional bluing. This barrel shrugs off moisture, scratches, and the abrasive brush of a pine thicket, ensuring the bore stays protected season after season. The total package weight comes in at a shoulder-friendly 6.8 pounds, scoped and ready.
That barrel is mated to Traditions’ Pursuit G4 action, a clean-burning 209 primer system known for its consistent ignition, even in damp conditions. The Reaper Buck Camo isn’t just a dip; it’s a textured, soft-touch overmold on the synthetic stock. This provides a positive grip with or without gloves and eliminates glare and hard edges. The included 3-9x40mm scope with a duplex reticle is a practical choice, giving you the flexibility for a close-in timber shot at 3x or the precision to ethically take a longer shot across a cut bean field on 9x. The whole system is drop-in ready for popular sabot and bullet combinations like Hornady SST or Barnes Expander MZ.
Specifications & Details
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Caliber | .50 |
| Barrel | 26″ Tapered, Fluted, CeraKote Finish |
| Ignition | 209 Shotgun Primer |
| Overall Weight | Approx. 6.8 lbs (Scoped) |
| Stock | Reaper Buck Camo Soft Touch Overmold |
| Optics | 3-9x40mm Duplex Reticle Scope (Mounted) |
The Straight Talk: Pros & Cons
Pros: The weight savings are real and meaningful for any hunter on the move. The CeraKote and soft-touch stock offer exceptional durability and handling in all conditions. The mounted scope means you can sight in and hunt without additional purchases or guesswork. At $385.30, it represents a significant value for a complete, modern muzzleloading system.
Cons: As a dedicated muzzleloader, it requires knowledge of proper black powder or substitute loading procedures. The 209 primer system, while reliable, means carrying additional components compared to a centerfire rifle.
Who This Rifle Is For
This is the tool for the hunter who wants to extend their season. It’s for the Missouri whitetail hunter pursuing late-season bucks, the elk hunter navigating mountain timber, or the hunter in any state with a dedicated primitive weapons season. It’s for the pragmatist who values a rifle that performs without pretense, offering modern advantages within the framework of traditional hunting regulations. This firearm is available at firearms-missouri.com for Missouri residents and nationwide, with an FFL transfer required for firearm purchases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of powder and projectiles does this rifle use?
A: It’s designed for use with loose black powder substitutes like Pyrodex or Triple Seven, or black powder itself, and .50 caliber saboted bullets or powerbelt-style projectiles. Always consult the owner’s manual for specific load recommendations.
Q: Is the scope already sighted in?
A: No. The scope is mounted and bore-sighted at the factory, but you must take it to the range to sight it in with your chosen load for precise, ethical accuracy.
Q: Can I use 209 magnum primers?
A: Yes, the action is designed to handle standard 209 shotgun primers, which includes magnum variants. Consistent ignition is key, so once you find a primer your rifle likes, stick with it.
Ready to add a versatile, season-extending tool to your arsenal? See the full details and availability on our product page.
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