I'm not sure if this goes in the gun forums or here, but I put it here because I think I would want to use this for hunting.

 

1. What is the difference between the Encore and the Contender?

2. If I buy one of these pistols (using my NJ pistol Permit).. I can then turn it into a rifle if I wanted, as long as the barrel was at least 16 inches long, or a shotgun as long as the barrel was 18 inches long? (Federal Laws)?

3. Which is better?

4. I think I want a pistol in either .308 or .30-06 (Not a Question).

The TC Encore is a slightly heavier frame capable of rifle calibers. Thus if you want to go 308/06 the Encore is your better/only choice.

 

There was a supreme court case that says you can go back and forth (pistol, rifle, shotgun) on a TC pistol frame, so you are good to go.

But I need to buy the frame that was sold as a pistol first?

No buy the Encore rifle than just buy the pistol grip and barrel to make it a pistol.

I would strongly advise buying it as a pistol or pistol frame on a pistol purchase permit in NJ

Yeah, I thought it was a Federal Law that a pistol can go to a rifle, but a rifle can not go to a pistol?

 

Similar to AR-15 Lowers?

For the caliber you

That's got to be a "hoot"! How do you keep the thing on the ground. Surprised the hell out of me when I first shot my .223.

That's got to be a "hoot"! How do you keep the thing on the ground. Surprised the hell out of me when I first shot my .223.

 

You feel the kick when you go about 400grs bullets. Once you shoot your 223 for a while is like shooting a 45. Get the compensated barrel and use a weight for the barrel.