Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter .50 Cal Muzzleloader, 28" Fluted Stainless Barrel, Camo Thumbhole Stock
The Encore Pro Hunter blends Thompson/Center’s flexible, interchangeable-barrel design with a rugged 28-inch 416 stainless steel muzzleloader barrel. This single-shot, break-open rifle features a fluted tube, an 11° recessed target crown, and a camo FlexTech thumbhole stock that tames recoil while standing up to harsh weather. A factory scope rail, offset Swing Hammer spur, and tool-free Speed Breech XT plug round out a package built for serious black-powder hunters.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light, even handling marks are present but do not affect function or appearance.
What’s Included
- Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter .50 cal muzzleloader rifle
- Factory-installed scope mount rail
Built on the Encore frame, this Pro Hunter accepts a full line of interchangeable centerfire, rimfire, shotgun, and muzzleloader barrels, allowing the owner to configure one receiver for multiple seasons.
The 28-inch barrel is cut from 416 stainless steel, fluted for reduced weight and faster cooling, and finished with an 11° target crown that helps preserve accuracy during loading. A 1:28 right-hand twist stabilizes modern sabots and conicals, and the rifle carries a 150-grain magnum powder charge rating.
The stainless steel receiver pairs with a weather-resistant camouflage FlexTech stock. Internal recoil-dampening arches and a Limbsaver pad absorb kick, while the thumbhole design and rubber over-mold inserts provide a secure grip in wet or cold conditions.
The exposed Swing Hammer includes an offset spur that clears low-mounted optics. Combined with the installed rail, this makes adding a scope straightforward. For open-sight use, a red fiber-optic front blade is dovetailed into a ramp; no rear sight is fitted.
Field maintenance is quick thanks to the Speed Breech XT plug, which unthreads by hand—no tools required. The break-open action also allows effortless priming and cleaning between shots.