i never said my x150 can out shoot anything. what i have said is that unlike the omega, my x-150 has shot everything from ballets to great plains bullets to cheap shots with very good accuracy. Has 2 lugs, solid stock from the palm grip back. As for my accuracy reducing while shooting, no i have not had that happen. The last time i shot it i blew out 12 great plains bullets without swabbing or taking a break. And exactly, you are entitled to your opinion as am i. I hold no grudges against anyone here that has responded. Everyone has made reviews on other brands and when i make a review on the most beloved muzzleloader that has no up's or downs, i get the mob on my ass. And my updated and more charming review is what i felt when i looked at the 2 guns. You choose the rifle that fits you. If it doesnt fit, no biggy, just move on down the line and find one that fits. My main point of posting this was the shock i felt when i shouldered the Encore. Ive owned TC, good guns i have no complains about the one i used to own. Im very satisfied with my rifles. They may not be the top brand or the best shooting but they are doing what an expensive muzzleloader can do. Havnt missed any deer in the 3 years ive owned the x-150, no misfires. Now just to show that my winchester isnt perfect i had 2 flaws with it. #1 the supplied gun strap hurt my shoulder and #2 the sights that came on it were not bright enough and that honestly is the only issues ive had with the rifle. I just finished floating the barrel on my x-150 so hopefully i will see improved patterns. im going to use my standard 120 grain pyro rs load and 295 gn powerbelts and shoot, then up my bullet to 348 grain. As for the traditions, its down. No complaints about that. But seriously guys, i did come off harsh on my first posting and i admit that. look at the post again and u will see my true feelings for it. I like the look of the encore stock but it does me no good.
Sabot heres a pic, i think your firebolt will drop in. The stock is heavy but its great when u have to take a long shot. very steady and easy to hold.