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#65438 - 02/28/10 03:14 AM
G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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240gr&up
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G2 or Encore for a scoped handgun? Does one have a nicer trigger than the other? Better grip? etc? I plan on shooting straight walled cart. here in southern MI. I seem to run across more used contender barrels, so Im leaning that way. Anything in the Encore I might be overlooking?
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#65440 - 02/28/10 07:54 AM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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I am new to the T/C's, but have a contender(not g2) and an encore. In my limited experience, I like the contender better, just because it is lighter and more compact, as well as it has a much better trigger, but this may just be between the two I have. And I am not looking for the super duperest to shoot 300 yards either. I think the only real advantage to the encore is the ability to shoot more potent cartridges, and possibly the weight to soak up a bit of recoil. The biggest deciding factor is what cartridges you would like to shoot, as well as how do they feel in your hand. The guys on this board will set you up soon enough, but thats my limited opinion. It would break my heart to choose between the two. Good luck.
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#65441 - 02/28/10 09:07 AM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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s4s4u
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The Contender has a much better trigger, lighter weight, smaller grip and shorter reach to the trigger. The Encore is better suited to anchor my duck boat, IMO. The G2 has the strength to handle most straightwall chamberings, if you can't kill it with a 45/70 it can't be killed. True, the Encore will handle more but how much more will you need. I prefer bolt guns for the bigger bottlenecks as they are inherently more accurate than the Encore. I know there are a lot of Encore lovers out there, but I am not one of them. Get the G2.
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#65445 - 02/28/10 09:18 AM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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Here in southern MI. I seem to run across more used contender barrels, so Im leaning that way. Anything in the Encore I might be overlooking?
You probably see more Contender barrels because they have been around a lot longer.
The Encore handles 100% different with a nice set of custom grips!! There have been a few people on this sight that have handled my Encores that were really surprised to see how they both looked and felt in their hands.
The biggest deciding factor is what cartridges you would like to shoot, as well as how do they feel in your hand.
Great advice Goose!!! The advantage of the Encore is that it can handle bigger rounds like the 454, 460 S&W, or 405Win. However, with these big rounds also comes significant recoil. LOL If you are willing to break the barrel that isn't an issue. But don't leave out the Contender!! It can do quite well with rounds like the 45-70(at moderate levels,) 375 win, 44 Mag(Just awesome out of the Contender) and even the great all powerful 445 Super mag!
Just because you can't find a caliber in a factory barrel don't count it out. MGM can make you a custom barrel at a great price! You can put one togeather yourself for about the same price as a good used package. Particularly if you shop the classifieds. In my experience, the hardiest part is just getting the frame.
Alright... I know I forgot something (I always do...LOL) But ultimately I am just anther posterior in the crowd!! So with all that being said... Tig??? Dan??? Rod??? Anyone else???
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#65446 - 02/28/10 09:24 AM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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Well... I didn't have to list Rod! He beat me to the punch!! 
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#65449 - 02/28/10 11:17 AM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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Mike S
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I am sorta NEW (5YRS) To this Compared to some here.
But I choose the G2 because of the way it feel's in my hand.
The Encore Just Doesnt Fit and its Heavy.
On the other hand the Encore Is a PERFECT RIFLE.I Already have Multiple Barrels for it.
I have been Tempted to Buy a Set of Custom Grips for the Encore.
And see how it FEEL'S That way !
Ofcorse I would then have to Buy another Frame For a Pistol
And then MORE BARREL'S For it along with the Barrels I am Aready
in the Prcess of Buying For my G2!!!!!!!!!!
IF YOU CANT TELL ALREADY it's Vary ADDICTIVE Around HERE !!!!
And These Guy's are No HELP at all 
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#65450 - 02/28/10 11:21 AM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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SKR
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The Contender has a much better trigger, lighter weight, smaller grip and shorter reach to the trigger. True, the Encore will handle more but how much more will you need
That information concurs with all info I could find searching online in the largest differences and why some still prefer the original Contender frame over EITHER the G2 or Encore.
I was under the impression that BOTH the G2 and Encore had the same trigger differences from the older standard contenders?
The gunsmiths ( plural) I checked with to do "trigger work" lumped them in a dif group from the older Contenders as far as needing trigger work.
Is that incorrect?
I went with the original Contender and have to "rethink" the cartridges I want but I subscribe to the large group that most you do in that I have to be able to "put 'er there" first and foremost.
Regardless of how big a round I COULD shoot, what gun and round I CAN accurately shoot for humane hunting shots is numero uno for me and was the basis for 90 percent of my decision as was my necessity to keep the cost down.
Might buy an Encore someday but I don't think I REALLY have a "need" for more powerful rounds enough to justify the added costs involved.
Just my thoughts. Either of them will they have for others and fulfill your needs handily. It's just a matter of preferences IMHO.
Edited by SKR (02/28/10 11:23 AM)
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#65451 - 02/28/10 11:52 AM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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Mike S
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I Tried Both the G2 and the Encore Pistol frame on for size
BEFORE I Made Up My MIND .
The G2 Grip to Trigger reach was Perfect , The Encore was so
LONG that I Could ONLY TOUCH the TIP of my Trigger Finger to it.
The OLD STYLE Contenders I have Held Seem to be Close to the G2
in Reach. IMO
Weight Differance of Contender to G2 is Not real Noticable,
THE Encore is Heavy.
I am sure someone here can tell you the Actual Weight of each frame.
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#65455 - 02/28/10 02:38 PM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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Something else to think about... When I grab an Encore it is because I am going to be shooting long(ger) distances. I usually have a set up that will utilize the use of a sandbag. In which case weight isn't an issue. What is really funny is that I am starting to grab a SRH more and more when my longest shot is 50-75 yards. So, I guess what I am getting at is think about what type of hunting "YOU" are going to be doing and buy what fits your needs. JMHO
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#65457 - 02/28/10 03:46 PM
Re: G2 or Encore, pros & cons
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240gr&up
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Thanks for the responses everyone. I will probally start searching for used original contender frame. I've got my 4 5/8" Rugers unscoped for close stuff, Im interested in the Contender for its scope mounts and forearm, ... maybe a 120 yard shot off a rest? What is the pressure limit for the contender? I've seen a 480 Ruger barrel listed for the Encore, wondering if J.D. Jones could build one for the Contender? Need to do some research.
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