Thompson/Center Hawken Flintlock .54 Cal — 28-inch Octagon Barrel, Double-Set Trigger, American Walnut Half-Stock
This Thompson/Center Hawken Flintlock in .54 caliber is a USA-made reproduction with classic Hawken features and tasteful factory scroll engraving on the lockplate; hammer/cock is plain. It pairs a blued 28-inch octagonal barrel and hooked breech with an American walnut half-stock, brass furniture, and a double-set trigger. The rifle includes open iron sights with an adjustable rear and a factory 1:48 rifling twist.
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: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings from previous handling consistent with moderate prior use. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of surface marks and overall finish.
What’s Included
- Thompson/Center Arms "Shooting Black Powder Guns" manual
- Brass powder flask/charger
- T-handle short starter (ball starter)
- Spare flint
The rifle follows the proven Hawken pattern with a full-size profile, 28-inch octagonal barrel, and a single transverse wedge key with oval escutcheons. Traditional brass furniture includes the buttplate, patchbox, trigger guard, nose cap, and ramrod thimbles. The American walnut half-stock features a cheekpiece and a sling stud at the toe.
The flintlock sidelock incorporates a frizzen and pan; the factory scroll engraving on the lockplate adds period-style detail, while the hammer/cock is plain. A hooked breech allows easy takedown for cleaning and maintenance.
Sighting is straightforward and practical: a dovetailed blade front paired with an adjustable open rear sight using screw/elevator adjustment. The factory 1:48 twist is matched to the .54 caliber bore for versatile traditional shooting.
Controls and handling reflect traditional muzzleloader ergonomics, highlighted by a double-set trigger for precise shot release. The blued steel finish complements the walnut stock and brass trim for a classic presentation.