Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter Endeavor .50 Cal Muzzleloader, 28 in Barrel, Matte Silver, Fiber-Optic Sights
This Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter Endeavor is a .50 caliber muzzleloader built on the versatile Encore platform and confirmed by its barrel engraving. It features a 28 in barrel, matte silver frame, overmolded stock with a LimbSaver recoil pad, and bright fiber-optic sights. The frame is stamped "MFG BY S&W SPFLD, MA," indicating Springfield, Massachusetts production. Overall condition is very good, and it ships with a T/C one-piece scope mount and a set of loading tools.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. There are some scratches and blemishes present. There is finish blemishing consistent with a previously mounted scope.
What’s Included
- One-piece scope mount with integral rings for T/C Encore (not installed)
- Loading tools set: ball-handled short starter, brass jag/extension, and Thompson/Center combo tool/wrench
- Factory Thompson/Center cardboard box with end label
The Endeavor variant is confirmed by the "ENDEAVOR" barrel engraving and is part of the Pro Hunter series. It uses the Encore modular system, allowing barrel and forend interchange across muzzleloader, rifle, and shotgun configurations. The frame marking "MFG BY S&W SPFLD, MA" identifies U.S. production in Springfield, Massachusetts.
The 28 in barrel and matte silver frame are complemented by a ramrod retained with two silver thimbles. Fiber-optic iron sights include a ramped red front and an adjustable green rear; the rear sight base is Thompson/Center marked.
Thompson/Center’s tool-less Speed Breech plug is designed for easy removal, simplifying cleaning and maintenance. The break-action, single-shot layout keeps operation straightforward and dependable.
The overmolded synthetic stock and forend in black/gray provide secure grip and control. Stock features include recoil-absorbing ribs, a LimbSaver recoil pad, a pistol grip with molded finger grooves, and a sling swivel stud. Length of pull measures 14.5 in.
An external hammer with a reversible offset hammer spur is installed to aid cocking, including when wearing gloves. A one-piece mount with integral rings for the T/C Encore platform is included but not installed. Optic arrived. Part out. - 20260323 JG