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I have had # 1s and don't object to single shots.
The Contenders just don't fit my hand, it's awkard for me.
I REALLY object to the LOOKS of an Encore. Seriously, to me, it looks like they put a 2 X 6 on it for a stock and then thot,....
Oh! we can't grip it and then CUT the notch for a 'pistol grip'.
That's my kick!
Ya, some of the rifle stocks DO look awkward! I thought the original carbine Contender stocks looked very nice but the stocks that really shine, IMHO, are the custome thumbhole stocks. On a bolt gun I don't like them but to me, they are perfect on a Contender or Encore. I also think the long barrels look out of whack on them but the original 21" tubes are pretty sweet.
