I can deal with that answer. I like short easy to point rifles when the shooting is quick. The fact I use a Marlin 444 when hunting behind dogs or in real thick stuff should show I can see the need for handiness. Also if you where going to cut a barrel an Encore makes sense as you have the choice of drop in replacements.
I guess I was thinking that when someone buys a 300 he is thinking about needing the power and range of a 300. My 300 has a 26" tube and really only gets pulled for big stuff or for places where they might be a tad far away. But I see your point. Thats what makes a hoss race.
