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Offline IATRKYHNTR

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Used Encore Questions????
« on: November 24, 2003, 06:17:18 PM »
Ok I have decided to start looking for my first Encore. I think I will try looking for a used Pistol, or just a frame. (Build as I go) I want to build a Varmint handgun first and foremost. (.17 Rem.) And then a deer hunting handgun. Then so on and so forth.

Is there anything I should watch out for? Any parts that might wear out, or could be broken? Anything to check to make sure it is in working order? Any information would be nice. I will be looking at Gun Dealers, and local gun shows.

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« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2003, 03:35:38 AM »
Just make sure it appears to be in good shape.  Make sure a barrel opens and closes and seems to lock up tight.  Make sure the trigger mechanism works fine and the bore looks good if it has a barrel on it.  The rub marks on the barrel and frame will tell you how much it has been shot, at least with that barrel.  I find that general apperance is a good indicator of how a previous owner took care of his gun.  And lastly, if a used one deos have problems you have T/C's lifetime warranty to fall back on.
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« Reply #2 on: November 25, 2003, 06:07:35 AM »
TC's Warranty is great and the customer service is extremely helpful.  My first Contender I had the frame hard chromed.  This was an early model.  And a problem developed that the thing would open after every shot. Sent it back to TC and within 2 weeks they sent me a new frame with the same serial number on it.  I was a happy camper.

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