Thompson Center T/C Scout Carbine .50 Cal Inline Percussion Muzzleloader, 21 in Blued Barrel, Walnut Stock
The Thompson Center Scout Carbine is a .50 caliber inline percussion muzzleloader with a 21 in round blued steel barrel and walnut straight-grip stock. Built in the USA during the 1990s and discontinued after the 1996 factory fire, this model saw a relatively short production run. It features brass furniture, an external spur hammer, and iron sights, making it a distinctive carbine-length T/C muzzleloader with classic styling and practical field features.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor surface scratches are present on exterior surfaces from prior handling.
What's Included
- Thompson Center T/C Scout Carbine .50 cal inline muzzleloader rifle
- Under-barrel steel ramrod (installed)
The Scout Carbine uses No. 11 percussion caps in an inline, single-shot configuration with a vented breech plug and side gas ports. The barrel is roll-marked with the maker, model, and caliber, and the warning indicates black powder or Pyrodex only.
Its 21 in round blued steel barrel pairs with a walnut straight-grip, uncheckered stock and brass furniture, including the trigger guard/tang, barrel band, forend cap, and a crescent buttplate bearing the TC monogram. The under-barrel steel ramrod rides in thimbles for ready access.
Controls are straightforward with an external spur hammer and an automatic hammer-block safety. The carbine has a capacity of 1 and a 15.0 in length of pull, offering a traditional feel with simple, reliable operation.
Iron sights include a ramped front blade and an adjustable semi-buckhorn/elevator leaf rear, providing a clear, practical sight picture for field use.