Shotgun slugs versus muzzle-loaders

[dovehunter]

I don't recall having seen anyone mention it but your state's (and/or locality's) game laws have to factor into the decision. Here in Virginia we have counties where you can legaly use a ML but not shotgun slugs. Conversely we also have counties in which you can use shotgun slugs but not MLs. With the relatively thick wooded areas that are most prevalent where I hunt, either ML or slug will do fine for up to 100 yds. If you're using a repeating shotgun you always have the advantage of a follow-up shot. Personally, considering the ranges and/or circumstances under which I usually hunt, I prefer buckshot to both.