The Encore's are really nice, but they can be a handfull. Some hunter's say an Encore is not a true pistol. And I do admit that I really like my revolvers. But there is no doubt that the Encore is extremely effective at long distances. Here is a picture of my new Encore-chambering is 358 Winchester(MGM barrel). And I shoot a cast RCBS 200 grain bullet. With the Muzzle Brake it is a *****cat. Tom.