Who shoots a Thompson Center Encore Single Shot Rifle

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I've never actually even laid eyes on these rifles. I suspect they're not at all common around here at least. I see SIR still lists a respectable number of calibres and replacement barrels so they must be selling somewhere :confused:

I'm kind of intrigued by these. They're supposed to be strong as hell. Once you own a receiver you can add barrels at ~$350 a pop and shoot anything from 223 to 45-70 to 50cal blackpowder to shotgun to.... Pretty dang versatile. Although not a nice rolling block like a Ruger they don't cost a grand either ;) They seem to imply MOA accuracey in the adds too.
 
You are thinking what I thought. I bought a 50cal. black powder Encore and added a 270W barrel ($279 plus tax for the new 270W barrel) ... thought I would round it out by adding a 12 gauge barrel and was told that the 12g vent rib barrel alone would cost $499 plus tax - and a wait. Seems a little exhorbitant.

Anyway... check out the prices of the "bits" before you get in too deep. With LeBaron selling 870 Express Super magnums ...all-up for $332 plus tax...you need to consider purchasing the Encore very carefully. I am beginning to think I should have...
 
You only get what you pay for... the T/C Encore is a superb rifle.
I have one in 300WM and 50Cal.... have shot various other calibers as well. I would stack them against any other single shot rifle for accuracy and quality.
 
I just bought an Encore 209x50 stainless last Dec. " I love it!!" Eventually I'd like to collect a few barrels first one being a .223 hvy barrel,after that...????
The Encore has probably been my best purchase thus far..except maybe for my "Mathews Switcback XT.
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The T/C Encore is a rifle that’s nice and short, handles well with a unique stile of stock. The action is of a different style to open. Some state that they are accurate rifles but I haven’t been as lucky as of yet. Still looking for a good load. I had also looked into getting a 12 ga. rifled barrel for deer hunting and S.I.R. doesn’t cary them even if it’s listed in there catalogue and the price way to much. Knowing what I know now I would have rather have spent the money on another type of rifle... Just my 2¢...

Just a note , I had a Ruger #1 and found it to be a much better rifle except it didn’t have the versatility as the T/C...
 
Thanks for the feedback all...

BIGREDD said:
You only get what you pay for... the T/C Encore is a superb rifle.
I have one in 300WM and 50Cal.... have shot various other calibers as well. I would stack them against any other single shot rifle for accuracy and quality.
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Wow. A solid endorcement there, so BIGREDD do you need different forstocks to switch between the 300 and 50? IIRC the 300 is in heavy barrel only and the muzzle loader regular brl. As near as I can figure there's only two different forstocks for the whole range of barrels and calibres anyway correct:confused:
 
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You only get what you pay for.
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generally that may be true. But 500 bucks plus tax (and a forearm - another $50+) is excessive .... just for a shotgun barrel. And then you end up with what is essentially a single shot 12g Cooey/CIL, albeit nicely finished one, with one screw in choke.....I think in this case one can do better... a lot better for the money. I'm inclined to line up with 350 tracker on this....shooting the 270 barrel (which I haven't yet) may make me a convert but time will tell.

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only two different forstocks for the whole range of barrels
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.. I have one forestock for the BP barrel, another for the 270W barrel and another is needed for the 12gauge barrel - these are all different. I am also pretty sure that the heavy barrel centerfire calibres take a 4th different forestock fwiw
 
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Thompson basically stole the idea from the Savage 219 made back in 1936.

A helluva lot cheaper finding one of these. In fact I think Shooters Choice has a 219 set with a 30-30 barrel and a 12 ga barrel right now.

You can also get 22 Hornet barrels and 16, 20, 410 and 28 ga barrels for the gun if you can find them.
 
I agree guys I don't see it as a good platform for a scattergun, that wouldn't be my intention anyway if I had one. In fact I wouldn't likely do the blackpowder thing, there's no season out here for that and I can get my blackpowder jollies out of other stuff if I want to.

I still think its an interesting rifle platform though. The 24" 45-70 barrel is an interesting one. You could load that up to fearsome levels. I'm also interested in the hard core pistol grip angle. Doesn't strike my fancy looks wise on a rifle but I sure like shooting with a severe pistol grip...
 
The barrels are not that expensive here... the Canadian dollar has brought the prices down considerably.:cool:
I stand by my comment that the rifles will shoot with any single shot rifle made. The triggers on the Encores are amazing and the recoil is minimal.
The Muzzle Loader barrels are without peer and I will always own an Encore.
If you use quick detach mounts you can save a ton of money and buy one top of the line scope and use it on all your barrels. This will save you THOUSANDS of dollars!:eek:
 
Big redd..you assert
The barrels are not that expensive here... the Canadian dollar has brought the prices down considerably.
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I'm pretty sure you weren't intending to call me a liar... but I would sincerely like to know where I can buy, in Canada - with Canadian dollars, a 12gauge barrel for an Encore for the price equivalent of a Remington 870 barrel eg around $300. The $499 (plus tax and forearm) - I provided in an earlier message was quoted to me last week by one of the larger (and most reputable) gun dealers in central Ontario - that's a fact ... I am keenly interested in who will sell me such a barrel so that I can utilize the flexibility of this firearm, in a cost effective fashion, for turkey and "shotgun only" deer seasons...thanks much in advance.

PS... I have pretty high regard for the dealer who gave me the quote and do not believe they were gouging...I don't intend to put their name here but would be happy to forward their email quote to anyone who wants to PM me....
 
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BIGREDD said:
The triggers on the Encores are amazing and the recoil is minimal.

If you use quick detach mounts you can save a ton of money and buy one top of the line scope and use it on all your barrels. This will save you THOUSANDS of dollars!:eek:
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One thing I have read over and over is on how the trigger has to be reworked buy a gunsmith. Personally I don’t have a problem with mine but this is not the norm for most T/C Encore owners, especially in the states. Just an observation on my part...

Unless you are very lucky the POI will change with every barrel so the scope will have to be reset. You might be saving money but this method will not be practical in the field.
 
BIGREDD said:
The barrels are not that expensive here... the Canadian dollar has brought the prices down considerably.:cool:
I stand by my comment that the rifles will shoot with any single shot rifle made. The triggers on the Encores are amazing and the recoil is minimal.
The Muzzle Loader barrels are without peer and I will always own an Encore.
If you use quick detach mounts you can save a ton of money and buy one top of the line scope and use it on all your barrels. This will save you THOUSANDS of dollars!:eek:
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Well said!!!
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Thanks for the lead Can-down ... but as 350Tracker said already
I had also looked into getting a 12 ga. rifled barrel for deer hunting and S.I.R. doesn’t cary them even if it’s listed in there catalogue and the price way to much.
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.... and it still doesn't help me.... I am looking for a smooth bore 12G with interchangeable chokes...and don't even need a vent rib (in fact prefer none to keep the cost down)... thanks again though... anyone else?
 
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Big redd..you assert I'm pretty sure you weren't intending to call me a liar... but I would sincerely like to know where I can buy, in Canada - with Canadian dollars, a 12gauge barrel for an Encore for the price equivalent of a Remington 870 barrel eg around $300. The $499 (plus tax and forearm) - I provided in an earlier message was quoted to me last week by one of the larger (and most reputable) gun dealers in central Ontario - that's a fact ... I am keenly interested in who will sell me such a barrel so that I can utilize the flexibility of this firearm, in a cost effective fashion, for turkey and "shotgun only" deer seasons...thanks much in advance.

PS... I have pretty high regard for the dealer who gave me the quote and do not believe they were gouging...I don't intend to put their name here but would be happy to forward their email quote to anyone who wants to PM me....
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Blued shotgun choke tube barrel is approx. $420.00 synthetic forestock is approx. $49.00 in Ontario, other dealers may charge more due to overhead or may have more shipping costs etc... .
There is a three to four month waiting time for barrel orders from the states.
Comparing an Encore barrel to a Remington 870 barrel is a redundant comparison. You still must buy a Remington Shotgun before you can utilize the barrel and the Remmy does not offer interchangeable rifle barrels... completely different platforms. And they are not even in the same league for manufacturing costs or processes.:rolleyes:
 
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One thing I have read over and over is on how the trigger has to be reworked buy a gunsmith. Personally I don’t have a problem with mine but this is not the norm for most T/C Encore owners, especially in the states. Just an observation on my part...

Unless you are very lucky the POI will change with every barrel so the scope will have to be reset. You might be saving money but this method will not be practical in the field.
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It is obvious by your post that your trigger is fine but you choose to believe second hand internet gibberish. :confused: . I have handeled at least a dozen Encores and have never seen a trigger that needs any work. They come out of the box normally with a crisp 3-3 1/2lbs pull and are adjustable for overtravel.

You state the POI will change with every barrel and this is true. But when using quality quick detach mounts and scopes like Leupold the scope itself is centered perfectly and consistently on each seperate barrel. This makes it as simple as keeping a log of your windage and elevation settings for each barrel. I have switched barrels and scopes many times and just looked at my log book and adjusted the windage and elevation the required number of clicks and I have never had to resight for MOA accuracy.:eek:
 
BIGREDD said:
It is obvious by your post that your trigger is fine but you choose to believe second hand internet gibberish. :confused: . I have handeled at least a dozen Encores and have never seen a trigger that needs any work. They come out of the box normally with a crisp 3-3 1/2lbs pull and are adjustable for overtravel.

You state the POI will change with every barrel and this is true. But when using quality quick detach mounts and scopes like Leupold the scope itself is centered perfectly and consistently on each seperate barrel. This makes it as simple as keeping a log of your windage and elevation settings for each barrel. I have switched barrels and scopes many times and just looked at my log book and adjusted the windage and elevation the required number of clicks and I have never had to resight for MOA accuracy.:eek:
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I guess when I keep reading info from different members on another board stating the same info about the same item this pops up a flag but maybe you’re right so I guess it’s all gibberish including yours and mine...

As for a log book for different barrels and one scope may make sense but that’s to much hassle for me. If that works for you that’s great but I wouldn’t be bothered and save for another scope...
 
but maybe you’re right so I guess it’s all gibberish including yours and mine...
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Well there's gibberish all around then :)

See 350tracker, here's the thing about debating with BIGREDD. He's very shy. You gotta give him both barrels and smack him around a bit to get his attention. A lot of guys make the mistake of trying to be nice and stuff. It just doesn't work. ;) Kinda like a horse I traded once, but that's another story....
 
I just priced an Encore blued choke tube shotgun barrel with no vent rib... 269 bucks... how do you like them apples.:eek:
What did you say a Remington Barrel costs?:rolleyes:
 
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