An Encore wouldnt be bad from a treestand since youll prob have plenty of time to place your shot and wont need a quick follow up shot. I just bought a 243wssm A-bolt and really like it. The Rem model 7s are pretty good. Ruger has that little MK II Compact with a 16.5" barrel which is really light and wouldnt be bad for a treestand assuming you're hunting woods, not long open fields.