Thompson/Center Venture Gen 1 .338 Win. Mag. Bolt-Action Rifle, 24 in Blued Barrel, Composite Stock, 3+1 Capacity (USA)
This first-generation Thompson/Center Venture in .338 Win. Mag. pairs a robust chromoly steel, 24-inch sporter barrel with practical field features and a durable composite stock. It is built in the USA with a blued finish, uses a detachable box magazine for a 3+1 capacity, and comes drilled and tapped for two-piece scope bases. The barrel’s 5R, button-rifled, free-floated design with a recessed crown and the stock’s molded-in traction panels make this a capable, straightforward big-game setup.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The stock shows handling wear with scratches and small scuffs. The barrel has light scratching and minor surface rust. Rifling is well defined.
What's Included
- Thompson/Center Venture Gen 1 bolt-action rifle in .338 Win. Mag.
- One factory 3-round detachable polymer box magazine with TC logo
The 24-inch chromoly steel barrel features a sporter contour, 5R rifling, and button rifling. It is free-floated and finished with a recessed crown. The blued finish on both the barrel and receiver provides a classic look and practical protection.
The receiver is chromoly steel and drilled and tapped for two-piece scope bases (bases not installed). The rifle feeds from a detachable polymer box magazine for a 3+1 capacity. There are no iron sights.
The black composite stock includes molded-in gray traction panels for a secure hold and a rubber recoil pad with the TC logo. A TC medallion is set into the grip cap. Length of pull is 13.25 inches, and sling swivel studs are installed front and rear.
This is a first-generation Venture model. Barrel markings indicate manufacture in Rochester, New Hampshire, USA.




