I have a T/C Encore and find it handles very nice. Some guy like how the rifle handle and other don’t like it at all. It all depends on the individual....This rifle is 4” to 5” shorter then most bolt actions......The advantage of being able to get different barrels is definitely a plus for this rifle. I have a custom barrel for mine and I’m very impressed with the quality of the barrel.....The only flaw for me on this rifle is that there is not enough space between the hammer and the eye pieces of my scope. Ended up getting a hammer spur extension so I could pull the hammer back from the side and it’s still not perfect. Check this Web site www.virginvalleyguns.com for some ideas on the list of calibers availably for this rifle....