I have a 22-250 barel I use for chucking, I reload my own ammo , so suggest away ....
With the right bullet the 22-250 is adequate for deer. But if you feel the need for new pipe the options are wide open with the Encore. How are you on recoil and do you mind a brake?
I did take a nice doe with the 22-250 once, very lucky shot , I'm not very recoil sensitive, but muzzle brakes are out , my ears ring 24/7 , can't afford any more hearing loss
