Picked up a used TC Contender .223 with 14" barrel. Took it to the range today. It has a Burris 2-7 scope on it. I used my standard 223 handloads. Sierra SP 55 grain with 22.5 grains of H335. Sub moa at 100yrs. 3 shots spread .482"
Quite happy with my purchase.

That's good shooting. Minute of PD with a pistol, can't beat that.

Sorry you got a bad one, Chappy. I'd be willing to take it off your hands so you could recoup a bit and try again. I'm just a good guy like that

Thanks for the offer but I think it has found it home.

And I was happy with similar performance from a 21" carbine.