Thompson Center T/C Hawken Percussion (Caplock) .50 Caliber Muzzleloader Rifle with 28-Inch Octagonal Barrel and Double Set Triggers
This Thompson/Center (T/C) Hawken is a .50 caliber percussion (caplock) single-shot muzzleloading rifle with a stated 28-inch octagonal barrel, half-stock configuration, and classic Hawken-style features. Notable details include double set triggers, a sidehammer with decorative scroll engraving, brass-colored furniture, and an inletted brass patchbox. The barrel is marked "50 CAL" and includes the black powder warning text "DO NOT USE SMOKELESS POWDER."
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle shows signs of wear from handling, and there is surface rust present.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Thompson Center T/C Hawken percussion (caplock) muzzleloading rifle
- Ramrod
This Hawken features open iron sights, with a front sight at the muzzle and a rear sight mounted on the barrel. It also has two scope-mount bases installed on the barrel top flat, with additional drilled and tapped holes visible forward of the rear base.
The octagonal barrel carries clear markings, including "50 CAL" and the warning "DO NOT USE SMOKELESS POWDER." A serial number is stamped on the barrel.
Traditional brass-colored appointments include a crescent-style buttplate, a trigger guard with a forward spur, a fore-end nose cap, and an inletted brass patchbox. A ramrod is carried under the barrel and retained by multiple brass-colored thimbles.
Ergonomics and handling features include a 14.0-inch length of pull, a half-stock design, and double set triggers paired with a sidehammer percussion ignition system.




