Thompson/Center Contender G1 .22 LR Single-Shot Pistol, 10 in Threaded Barrel, Factory Engraved, 1980s
This Thompson/Center Contender G1 stands out as a factory-engraved, U.S.-made example from the 1980s with the classic curved trigger-guard opening lever. It features a 10 in round blued .22 LR barrel with threads and a protector, an adjustable trigger, and an installed scope mount. The frame shows T/C's scroll engraving with cougar logos on both sides, adding distinctive factory detail to a proven switch-barrel platform.
The original G1 break-action frame uses the curved trigger-guard to open, with a single-action, external-hammer setup and a blued steel construction. The adjustable trigger allows fine-tuning to preference within the Contender's well-known modular design.
The 10 in blued steel barrel is chambered in .22 LR, is threaded, and includes a thread protector. The barrel has provisions for iron sights, and the factory front-sight screw hole is visible.
An installed scope mount provides a ready base for adding an optic if desired. The switch-barrel design accepts interchangeable Contender barrels, expanding caliber and configuration options within the platform.
Ergonomics and handling are supported by a black checkered synthetic pistol grip and a matching synthetic fore-end. The grip butt is molded with "Thompson/Center Grip - Made in U.S.A." and the blued steel frame carries factory scrollwork with the T/C cougar logo on both sides.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some 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 exterior shows scattered cosmetic imperfections, including scratches, small blemishes, and areas of finish loss.
What's Included
- Thompson/Center Contender G1 .22 LR single-shot pistol
- 10 in threaded barrel with thread protector
- Installed scope mount
- Sight setup: optics base installed; provisions for iron sights