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Forum: Black Powder
11-03-2009, 11:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 512
Posted By Encore50

T/C Shockwave Sabots - whats new?

Does anyone know if there is a difference with the regular T/C Shockwaves these days? I know T/C developed the Super Glide version but I have a couple boxes 2-3 years old of the regular Shockwaves....
Forum: Black Powder
01-04-2009, 08:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,512
Posted By Encore50

RE: Encore questions

Definitely sounds more of a climate problem than anything else. My Encore has never showedsigns of rust or corrosion in the trigger assembly andit gets pretty humid here in Missouri too. Some years...
Forum: Black Powder
11-01-2008, 08:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,984
Posted By Encore50

RE: Who Likes Shooting Fiber Optic Sights

The way my eyes have gotten over the years, fiber optics are useless. I have them on my Ml but never use them. My age requires the help of a good scope and that is what I use.
Forum: Black Powder
02-05-2008, 06:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 625
Posted By Encore50

RE: Mid-winter.....what to do? ML packed away...

Know the feeling. We made national news last week, 73 degrees at noon and then dropped to 12 degrees followed by 8" of snow. Gave that a few days and we were back to 70+ degrees again only to see yet...
Forum: Black Powder
02-05-2008, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 625
Posted By Encore50

Mid-winter.....what to do? ML packed away...

Thank GOD for DISH satellite TV and the likes of the 'The Outdoor Channel'. That's about all there isafter the Super Bowl, other than work and some honey-do's. Anyone else feel some of this 'cabin...
Forum: Black Powder
12-19-2007, 05:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,118
Posted By Encore50

RE: Why aren't there more smokeless ML's?

Don't take this the wrong way, but that's the kind of question my wife would ask.......and my answer to her would be; "BECAUSE".

It's all about $$$ these days. Simply putting it, if it isn't...
Forum: Black Powder
12-16-2007, 09:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,387
Posted By Encore50

RE: Why doesn't TC....

Probably for the same reason T/Cdoesn't and won't give specifications for using Triple-7products in their ML's. When contacted about that,T/C's customer serviceclaimed they are restricted...
Forum: Black Powder
08-14-2007, 09:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,507
Posted By Encore50

RE: ENCORE POWDER AND LOAD COMBINATIONS?

I have the regular Encore which I purchased two years ago. Iuse 2-50gr 777 pellets and a 295gr PowerBelt bullet. I know they are considered by many as a subparbullet, but they shoot well in my Encore...
Forum: Black Powder
12-12-2006, 08:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,250
Posted By Encore50

RE: How long will powder stay good?

Thanks for the response. That'sexactly the way Istored this powder. Been kept in a cool-dry location.Both were bought last year although I just opened the second box a month ago. Hopefully I will...
Forum: Black Powder
12-12-2006, 08:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,250
Posted By Encore50

How long will powder stay good?

Have1-1/2 boxes of 777 50gr pellets left over from last year. Will these stay OK for a long or short period of time? Whats the time limit if there is such? Help me out here Cayuqad!!
Forum: Black Powder
12-12-2006, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 922
Posted By Encore50

RE: $ on encore

Here's a listing I found that you can use as aprice guide. Pittsburghunter makes a very good point. Thumbhole stock on the Encore is more cosmetic and not necessarily a benefit.Just seems to be the...
Forum: Black Powder
11-16-2006, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By Encore50

RE: New encore help please

You are going to love that Encore. Sights should be somewhat closeusing 100grof Pyrodex and 250gr shockwaves.TC tests them with that combo from what their CSDpeople toldme. I mounted a scope on...
Forum: Black Powder
03-30-2006, 04:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 726
Posted By Encore50

RE: Encore questions.

I have the Encore 50cal ML and can't say enough about it.Shoots well right out of the box. The reason I choose the Encore was the capability to interchange barrels. I know they are pricey but some...
Forum: Black Powder
02-19-2006, 07:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,947
Posted By Encore50

RE: Scope mount and rings ?? for Omega

Get yourself the Bikini type scope covers. They are inexpensive and work real well. You can do a search on the web and find them in many places. I use this type cover for my Burris 3x9x40. No...
Forum: Black Powder
02-18-2006, 08:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,947
Posted By Encore50

RE: Scope mount and rings ?? for Omega

Leupold QR rings and base are as advertised. You won't be unhappy with them. My friend has an Omega with Weaver mounts and see-though rings, virtually worthlessbecause the base obscures the rear...
Forum: Black Powder
02-16-2006, 07:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,430
Posted By Encore50

RE: Encore 209X50 Question...

Give this site a try, its Mike Bellm's forum. He knows the T/C Encore inside and out. Very good information for any of your questions.

...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-06-2006, 12:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,036
Posted By Encore50

Carbon or Aluminum?

I have used Easton aluminum arrows from day one. Been thinking of going into carbon since they seemed to be thearrow of choice these days.

Anyone care to give me the pros and cons? Or, should I...
Forum: Black Powder
02-02-2006, 09:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 750
Posted By Encore50

Whats in the CAYUGAD arsenal?

How many rifles can one person have? I am amazed whenI hear fellaslike 'cayugad' talk about all the different rifles he has or had. Not knocking anyone, just amazed or maybe even jealous!

Iwear...
Forum: Black Powder
01-28-2006, 06:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,632
Posted By Encore50

New hammer extender for T/C Encore by "Bellm"

For those whohave a T/C Encore with a scope mounted and little clearance to reach the hammer. I just received the newredesigned hammer extender from Bellm's for myT/C Encore and it fits perfectly....
Forum: Bowhunting
01-27-2006, 07:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,606
Posted By Encore50

RE: old farts

I am past the 'half century' mark and see no reason at all to be tugging on a 70#er. I get a little sore and stiff at times with60#'s. When the pain frompulling the stringbecomes a problem, cut back...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-26-2006, 08:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,213
Posted By Encore50

RE: heres my new target bow(Ross CR337)

Very nice bow. I receivedtheROSS CR334 this year as a Christmas present from my son. I am thrilled to death with it to say the least. Been shooting it every night in my basement. My son has a Mathews...
Forum: Black Powder
01-26-2006, 08:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,477
Posted By Encore50

RE: Encore 209x50 Extractor Question

You hit the nail on the head. I've spent more than enough money on BP/ML gimics that mayhave some sort of a function but aren'tneeded. The 'flip-down-extractor' is just one of them. Thought that...
Forum: Technical
01-23-2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,333
Posted By Encore50

RE: Most common draw weight?

I posed this question to a couplelocal archery pro shopsand was toldmuchthe same. This is a new Ross CR334which I received as a gift. So I didn't have the option to choose the weight or draw setup,...
Forum: Black Powder
01-23-2006, 08:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By Encore50

RE: Encore Muzzle Loader Barrels

Dondo,

You do realize you also need a differentforearm for the Encore ML barrel?I've seen the Encore 50cal barrels sold both ways, with and without the forearms.Not many are walnut, mostly the...
Forum: Black Powder
01-23-2006, 08:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,254
Posted By Encore50

RE: walmart and triple 777

Cherish the end of season moments at WalMart and take advantage of their prices. WalMart here also had 777 for $9 but the Omega's never reached $169. Mostof the ML's are back into their inventory at...
Forum: Technical
01-23-2006, 08:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,333
Posted By Encore50

Most common draw weight?

What would be considered the most common draw weight range forbasic deer, turkey, and maybe elk hunting? I am at my bow's max of 63# and consider changing limbsto go higher. Not sure if its necessary...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-11-2006, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,173
Posted By Encore50

Advise on Quivers! 1 piece or 2 piece? Who has the best?

This has probably been asked a hundred times but I am too lazy to search. I am looking for recommendations on a quiver (compound bow) that is built well and works well. PROS and CONS on a 1-piece or...
Forum: Black Powder
01-04-2006, 10:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 705
Posted By Encore50

RE: Personal Thoughts on Powerbelts...

I must agree withmost everything said. This was my first year hunting with a MLand being new to the sport, I looked for any advise that would get me going quickly and not waste time and money. My...
Forum: Black Powder
01-03-2006, 06:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,151
Posted By Encore50

RE: Nickel Barrel Corrosion top 5/16” Breach to Muzzle

I would have that gun back to Wally World inheartbeat. I can't believe they would sell a product that is 9 years old, regardless of the price. And I agree with some of the others, probably some sort...
Forum: Bowhunting
12-30-2005, 04:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 919
Posted By Encore50

RE: New Ross CR334 for the old man!

Finally got my new Rosscranking.It sure pays to use a good pro shop. Local shopdid a superjobgetting meset up and offering lots of good advise. Unlike the useless people at Bass Pro which was a...
Forum: Black Powder
12-26-2005, 07:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 635
Posted By Encore50

RE: What did you get for Christmas?

To my surprise, my son gave me a Ross CR334 compond bow. This is one of finest pieces of archery equipment I have seen. I was shocked and overwhelmed to say the least. Now I have to get all the...
Forum: Black Powder
12-26-2005, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 798
Posted By Encore50

RE: Finally!

You are OK......I felt much the same. I gave up rifle hunting for the same reason, lack of interest. Seemed to loose its pazazz and wasn't fun anymore. Just couldn't get excited when the season...
Forum: Black Powder
12-25-2005, 07:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 554
Posted By Encore50

RE: Got my First Muzzleloader

Congrats on the new ML.Check out EBay, there are all kinds of scopes withinthat price range and many that are pretty darn nice.
Forum: Bowhunting
12-25-2005, 07:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 919
Posted By Encore50

New Ross CR334 for the old man!

I am usually in the blackpowder forums but my son just surprised the heck out of me last nightwitha new Ross CR334 bow. I bowhunted years back and still have my old PSE but this new Ross makes that...
Forum: Black Powder
12-17-2005, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,007
Posted By Encore50

RE: So I'm a sexist jerk

My wife was all excited when I bought my ML......even thought it would be "neat" if she could shoot it. Thats as far as we got on that subject and I don't care to go any farther.:D
Forum: Black Powder
12-17-2005, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 639
Posted By Encore50

RE: 2nd and 3rd Encore blood

I would say you shouldn't be too frustratedafter that! Just curious though,are you using 50 grain pellets? Iuse 2-777 50gr pellets with PowerBelts in my Encore and it works well for me, but I keep...
Forum: Black Powder
12-17-2005, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,685
Posted By Encore50

RE: Breech plug wrench w/scope

Yep, it's called Sears Hardware. Get yourself a 1/4" drive rachet with extension bar and a 7/16"socket to fit the breech plug. Thats what I use for my Encore and really not much more in weight to...
Forum: Black Powder
12-14-2005, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 734
Posted By Encore50

RE: Lord, forgive me

That is a sad ending but as bad as you might feel, its refreshing for me to know how mucheffort you made to trackthatdeer. I wish more hunters would make that kind of effort to track down a wounded...
Forum: Black Powder
12-11-2005, 09:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,975
Posted By Encore50

RE: Is the Omega a piece of junk?

You're onevery lucky guy. I am curious about one thing, have you been able to compare the Wally Worldmodel the actual T/C model sold elsewhere? Wondering if T/C put some lower cost parts on that...
Forum: Black Powder
12-11-2005, 09:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,508
Posted By Encore50

RE: Savage Muzzleloader

Yes you can, and one of the few ML's that do. I just bought my first ML late last year. Did a lot of research and ask a lot questions from the folks here. The Savage 10ML-II was one of 3 on my list...
Forum: Black Powder
12-11-2005, 08:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,079
Posted By Encore50

RE: Attn Late season hunters

Here we went straight from gun season to ML season. I choose to bypass gun season and just do the ML season. #1 reason is thepressure of so many gun huntersis gone. Thats just my preference becauseI...
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2005, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,645
Posted By Encore50

Classic 'BONEHEAD' mistake!

My friend just told me that he was hunting this last weekend of our ML season with a couple other friends. One of them had left the charge (powder and bullet) in his ML since last season. Thought it...
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2005, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 437
Posted By Encore50

My First Kill!

Waited the regular rifle season out this year so I could take advantage of a 10 day ML season. Thanks to everyone here that was so very kind to offergood advise on setting up my new and first ML.
...
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2005, 07:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,303
Posted By Encore50

RE: t/c black diamond xr

I purchased the same rifle last year from Walmart. I will tell you one thing, T/C made that special for Walmart. If its the same as what I had, it's called a Black Diamond XR Express. At least thats...
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2005, 06:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,868
Posted By Encore50

RE: Buying first muzzleloader

We live in a world of 'Supply and Demand', and right now everyone is starting to dump their muzzleloader stock. Although I would suggest that you wait it out a bit until the holiday rush is over. You...
Forum: Black Powder
11-28-2005, 09:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,016
Posted By Encore50

Unload or leave the charge in the barrel?

Need a simple answer. What is the best thing to do after a day hunting and not firing a shot? Is it ok to leave the powder and bullet in the rifle? I don't see where this hurts and have been...
Forum: Black Powder
11-21-2005, 10:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,187
Posted By Encore50

RE: Omega mounts

Yakfisher.........

I replied to your personal message. But if you didn't see it I will tell what I preferred to accomplish.Iwanted to leave the rear sight attached in case I used my ML where...
Forum: Black Powder
11-20-2005, 04:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,187
Posted By Encore50

RE: Omega mounts

Must agree with ENCOREMAN, the Leupold QR base and rings are the way to go. I usethe QR base and ringson my Encore. I preferthe high rings to giveme just a little morehammer-to-scope space. My buddy...
Forum: Black Powder
11-18-2005, 10:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 661
Posted By Encore50

RE: T/C Black Diamond Blister pack?

I purchased a Black Diamond XR from Wally World last year for a very good price butI was a bit leary.It just didn't appear like the one I remembered seeingin the T/C catalog.Wally World folks said...
Forum: Black Powder
11-17-2005, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,677
Posted By Encore50

RE: CVA Hunterbolt scope

Cayuqad is right about that. Pocket book depth definitely determines what you buy. Also keep in mind that the mounting hardware will add a few bucks to thecost too.

I used...
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