Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter FlexTech Thumbhole .35 Whelen Single-Shot Rifle, 28" Fluted Stainless Barrel
The Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter FlexTech in .35 Whelen pairs the versatile Encore break-action platform with a 28-inch fluted stainless barrel and recoil-reducing FlexTech thumbhole stock. Chambered in the hard-hitting yet uncommon .35 Whelen, this single-shot rifle offers hunters and collectors a durable, stainless steel package that can accept additional Encore barrels for multiple seasons and game.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks. Rifling is sharp and well-defined.
Specific Condition Notes: Mild exterior wear and small areas of light pitting are visible on the stainless steel surfaces.
What’s Included
- One-piece scope mount with 30 mm rings
The break-action Encore frame makes caliber changes simple. This rifle can accept any Encore-compatible rifle, shotgun, or muzzleloader barrel, giving the owner a modular platform that grows with changing hunting needs.
The 28-inch stainless barrel is fluted to reduce weight and enhance cooling. It is drilled and tapped at the factory, ready for the included scope mount, and finished with a match crown for consistent accuracy.
The FlexTech thumbhole stock features energy-absorbing chevrons and a LimbSaver recoil pad, reducing felt recoil by up to 40%. Combined with the .35 Whelen chambering, it delivers powerful performance while remaining manageable from the bench or the blind.
An offset Swing-Hammer spur rotates 90° to clear low-mounted optics, ensuring positive ignition and convenient thumb access even with large scopes.
Production of the Encore line paused in 2021, making current examples increasingly sought after until the planned relaunch. The .35 Whelen chambering further distinguishes this rifle, as few factory single-shots are offered in the cartridge.