There be nothing wrong with the Encore or Contenders for that matter, I have two of the latter. What cartridges they are chambered for be another story. Full house loads in a .45-70 in an Encore gonna leave a mark on your shoulder, and IMHO, 20" is not enough barrel.

I am..........disturbed.

Concerning the difference between man and the jackass: some observers hold that there isn't any. But this wrongs the jackass. -Twain