The come back of Thompson Center

[Lurch12]

Exciting Story.

Currently have 2 actions, 3 inline barrels, 1 rifle barrel and 3 pistol barrels.

What I am doing is building 3 set ups. One for myself, and one for each kid that I will give to them when they are ready..

 

[rmarshall]

I'm excited to see them coming back!! I think they made some great products. I'm still shooting some of their muzzleloaders.

 

[HandgunHTR]

As you can probably tell from my screen name, I am a fan of hunting handguns and the TC Contenders and Encores are some of the best.

I have 3 Encore frames, and 3 Contender frames (one of each generation) and multiple barrels for each.

I am very excited to see them come back, but I also want to shout out Bellm, Bullberry, and E.A. Brown for keeping us enthusiasts in parts while they have been away.

 

[flathead#2]

Bring back the Hawken!
AND the Big Boar .58

 

[Mojave]

I have mixed emotions about this. I would like them to bring back an improved version of the TCR 87, even if it cost $2000.

 

[WW2 Buff]

Would like to see the Encore in 35 Whelen.

 

[Mojave]

Would like to see the Encore in 35 Whelen.

that was already a thing.

 

[HandgunHTR]

Would like to see the Encore in 35 Whelen.

Here you go.

TC Encore Accuracy Barrel 35 Whelen 26" Blue 1:14

Upgrade your Thompson Center Arms rifle with EABCO's 26'' heavy contour Encore Pro Hunter barrel in 35 Whelen for match-grade accuracy.

eabco.com

 

[204_ruger]

I hope they bring the TC Venture rifles back. Like a 22 250 1@8 24 inch barrel. Or a 280AI 1@8 twist 26-inch threaded barrel.

 

[Long Cut]

I own a TC Compass that I grabbed with a rebate for sub $200 a few years back.
5R barrel with hand loads was producing sub MOA 5-Shot groups.

Really can’t complain for that price.

 

[sharps54]

I have a Renegade and would love to see them bring back the traditional black powder rifles. I'll definitely buy a Contender if they bring them back. I had a .357 Herritt once upon a time but since I have a Blackhawk in .357/44 Bain & Davis I just would get a barrel in that these days.

 

[mmanincor]

Looking forward to it.

 

[Mojave]

First choice TCR 87 classed up a bit.

2nd choice 6mm PPC, 6mm ARC, 6.5 Grendel in the Contender.

3rd choice. A plastic stock for the contender and Encore that doesn't suck.

4th choice. A wider range of rimmed cartridges. Bring back the 405. Would be nice to have 7x65R, 9.3x74R, 30-40 Krag.

 

[wind gypsy]

Yes, a better stock for the encore would be welcomed for my 45 cal smokeless barrel! Just not a mile of drop at heel is all i ask for!

 

[Mojave]

Yes, a better stock for the encore would be welcomed for my 45 cal smokeless barrel! Just not a mile of drop at heel is all i ask for!

I had 3 different fronds crack. I gave up. Maybe the pro-hunter was better never owned one.

 

[pacoalcracker]

There are several great gunsmiths that can make you any kind of barrel or cartridge for the Contender or Encore. Several were covered by HandgunHTR and Gary Reeder is another. I have many custom contender and encore frames and many, many barrels in a dozen or more cartridges including many of Garys wildcats. All handgun length from 8"-15" and some braked and some not, some tapered and some bull, mostly in vapor honed Stainless. I never hankered for any of the rifle variations. I wish him all the best in restarting this great company. I will be a buyer of more frames.

 

[Unclecroc]

I’m looking forward to seeing them come back. I’d like to see a reboot of the icon, those are some slept on rifles for sure.

 

[Bluefish]

Hopefully this will lead to cheaper encore and G2 frames being available. I would like a few more of both if they can come in at the sub $400 price point.
With ssk 50 frames available and 3 barrel mfg, the contender market is fairly well served right now. About all that can be offered in that market is G2 frames and parts.

 

[Fishmaster196]

How about some new Dimension barrels? I currently have 2. They both are great shooters.

 

[HandgunHTR]

First choice TCR 87 classed up a bit.

2nd choice 6mm PPC, 6mm ARC, 6.5 Grendel in the Contender.

3rd choice. A plastic stock for the contender and Encore that doesn't suck.

4th choice. A wider range of rimmed cartridges. Bring back the 405. Would be nice to have 7x65R, 9.3x74R, 30-40 Krag.

I have a 6.5 Grendel Encore barrel. It is a shooter. I have taken Whitetails, Axis, Blackbuck, Pigs, and even an Eland with it.