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Clarification Regarding Legal Muzzleloading Rifles and Gunpowder - FishNews - 11-21-2007
The NJ DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife reminds hunters that the only legal
muzzleloading rifles for hunting in New Jersey are flintlock and percussion<br />
cap rifles using black powder or black powder equivalents such as pyrodex or<br />
triple seven. Legal percussion rifles include in-line versions which use<br />
shotgun type primers as the percussion cap.
The recently introduced electronic ignition muzzleloading rifle is not legal<br />
for hunting in New Jersey. Additionally, some muzzleloader manufacturers<br />
advertise their rifles are capable of using modern smokeless gunpowder.<br />
However, the use of smokeless gunpowder in muzzleloading rifles is not legal<br />
in New Jersey. Hunters are advised to seek guidance from the Division by<br />
calling 609-292-6685 before purchasing any new technology firearm for use in<br />
New Jersey hunting seasons.