I had an TC Encore and really liked it...shot a friends Optima Elite a few years ago and like it more. Sold my Encore and had money left over after buying an Optima Elite package with a .270 barrel! With the 50 cal on her, my groups average 1.5" using 295 gr Powerbelt hollow points...pretty nice if you ask me! Shoots on par with the TC, but I prefer the fit and feel of the CVA. Breaks open easier as well. Mine is not a finger removable breach, but that is ok with me.