I'd say versatility more than any other reason. I tend to shoot slow and fairly heavy .44 in my SBHH ... lighter and faster stuff in the Encore. Its a completely different shooting experience. .44 is just so easy to find good loads all over the spectrum.


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-Smith & Wesson Model 69
-Ruger Super Blackhawk Hunter
-Encore Pro Hunter

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