The CVA Optima is a black powder muzzleloader rifle chambered in .50 caliber with a 26-inch fluted barrel finished in black nitride. It has a black steel receiver and a fixed Realtree Legacy synthetic stock. A 0 MOA Picatinny rail is included for optic mounting. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: CVA 
• Model: Optima 
• Caliber: .50 Cal 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Color/Finish: Black Nitride 
   

Detailed Features 

• 26-inch fluted barrel with black nitride finish 
• 0 MOA Picatinny rail on black steel receiver 
• Fixed Realtree Legacy synthetic stock 
• .50 caliber muzzleloader configuration

Owners of the CVA Optima point to its accuracy potential as the main reason they chose it over other muzzleloaders in the category. The 26-inch fluted barrel and included Picatinny rail make it easy to mount a scope without additional hardware, which hunters appreciate during deer season.

The Realtree Legacy stock finish draws consistent praise for its appearance in the field, though some users note the fixed stock limits adjustment for different shooters. The black nitride barrel finish is regarded as a durable, low-maintenance surface that holds up to weather and fouling better than traditional blued steel.

For the price, opinions split. Some buyers see the Optima as a capable and accurate hunting platform at a fair price point; others feel the trigger could be crisper out of the box. Cleaning after black powder loads is the universal complaint with the platform, though most owners accept it as part of muzzleloading.