Thompson/Center Contender G1 Easy-Open Super 14 .223 Rem Single-Shot Pistol, Factory-Engraved, 14-inch Heavy Barrel, Burris 2.5-7x32 Pistol Scope
This original-series Thompson/Center Contender G1 Easy-Open stands out with factory engraving, a Super 14 .223 Remington barrel, and a Burris 2.5-7x32 Pistol Scope. The 14-inch heavy, blued, recessed-crown barrel is factory-marked "SUPER 14" and wears no iron sights, set up from the factory for a scope-only configuration. Aftermarket Pachmayr rubber furniture and a left-side hammer-spur extension round out a practical, well-sorted single-shot Contender from circa 1985.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal marks from previous handling and use visible upon close inspection. Please refer to the photos for complete details.
What's Included
- Owner's manual
- Thompson/Center "Making Your Contender Perform!" booklet
- Thompson/Center soft case
- Burris 2.5-7x pistol scope
- One-piece scope base
- Scope rings
- Left-side hammer-spur extension (installed)
The core of this pistol is the original G1 Easy-Open frame, a break-open single-shot design known for its interchangeable barrel system. This example is a circa 1985 configuration and is chambered in .223 Remington with a capacity of one.
The barrel is a factory-marked Super 14, measuring 14 inches with a heavy profile and recessed crown. It is blued steel and built without iron sights, aligning with the scope-only setup. The bore presents a bright, mirror finish with sharp rifling.
It is factory-engraved with a large cougar head motif and scrollwork on both sides of the receiver, adding distinctive visual appeal to the blued steel finish.
Optics are handled by a Burris 2.5-7x32 Pistol Scope mounted on a one-piece base with rings. The variable-power scope features a crosshair reticle and complements the scope-only configuration. A left-side hammer-spur extension is installed for positive hammer control with the optic in place.
Aftermarket Pachmayr rubber furniture includes a checkered grip with inlaid medallions and a matching forend. These upgrades provide a secure, comfortable hold while maintaining the Contender's clean lines and classic profile.