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  • @hillbillyscholar8126
    @hillbillyscholar8126 Місяць тому +120

    That falling block needs to be put in to production and made available. 👍❤💯

    • @aaronsgunsmithing
      @aaronsgunsmithing Місяць тому +2

      Agreed 110%

    • @fanbatcher
      @fanbatcher Місяць тому

      The design doesn’t look as compact and streamlined as a Ruger No 1 or Dakota 10.

    • @phillipstephens3079
      @phillipstephens3079 Місяць тому +2

      You got that right good friend…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @hillbillyscholar8126
      @hillbillyscholar8126 29 днів тому

      @@fanbatcher Yet it may be superior to both.

    • @fanbatcher
      @fanbatcher 29 днів тому

      @@hillbillyscholar8126I seriously doubt that . A Dakota model 10 is a $6-8,000 gun and No 1 s are a perfected design

  • @kennytebbe1412
    @kennytebbe1412 Місяць тому +73

    Can’t wait for the encore to start shipping….put a stop to the price gouging that’s going on now. Thanks Greg for bringing back a legend.

    • @russellpickett2689
      @russellpickett2689 Місяць тому +6

      Agreed! Hopefully the new prices are reasonable

    • @Gokywildcats11
      @Gokywildcats11 Місяць тому +1

      Heck yeah let's get the party
      Started. I have always wanted but couldn't afford.

    • @fanbatcher
      @fanbatcher 29 днів тому

      @@russellpickett2689What is reasonable? They will be made in an outdated factory in small numbers.

  • @_JimS
    @_JimS Місяць тому +65

    PLEEEEEEEZ bring back that falling block, of course the TCR is very cool too. Fun episode, look forward to more.

    • @ericdominie5534
      @ericdominie5534 Місяць тому +2

      @@_JimS agreed! Have a Ruger #3 in 30-40 Krag I inherited from my Dad and won't hesitate purchasing a T/C falling block!

  • @dhooter
    @dhooter Місяць тому +20

    This is unbelievable and absolutely a historic moment. I inherited my late father’s gun collection which is all hunting based. All pre 64 Winchesters from Model 70’s to 88’s. Shotguns and rifles. Some modern some not. But the most prized and priceless to me is the Thompson Hawken kit he built in the early 70’s. Every time I pick that Hawken up I feel my dad right there. It’s not worth much money wise but I wouldn’t part with it for a million.

    • @tosainu1
      @tosainu1 Місяць тому +2

      Loved reading this story I hope you never sell one of those and appreciate them as much as it sounds like you do…

    • @jesscobb2279
      @jesscobb2279 27 днів тому

      I love my TC Hawkin also. Bought it for 200.00 but wouldn't sell it for the world!

  • @deervalleyengravings3088
    @deervalleyengravings3088 Місяць тому +12

    Greg I own an Encore. I'm glad to see you being able to buy and bring TC back to life

  • @JAKesler
    @JAKesler Місяць тому +40

    Make the falling block!!!!! Please Please Please!

  • @cageordie
    @cageordie Місяць тому +19

    I love the falling block. I have always loved the Ruger, but I never knew T/C made one.

    • @mrdinme.4768
      @mrdinme.4768 Місяць тому +3

      I could never get the cash together for a Ruger #one. Be great if T/C could would the falling block.

    • @garyh1449
      @garyh1449 Місяць тому +2

      It was never sold.

  • @paulvenn4447
    @paulvenn4447 Місяць тому +6

    27:40 AGREED! Make some smaller cal falling blocks in your small and medium rimmed cartridges.

  • @chriskell8479
    @chriskell8479 Місяць тому +3

    I have the Grey scout 835 of 1000. Love to see these back on the market.

  • @stoyasmussen5831
    @stoyasmussen5831 Місяць тому +17

    Yes we need TC Hawken’s again ! Yes make the Falling Block also !

    • @slappy8941
      @slappy8941 Місяць тому

      Apostrophes don't make words plural, genius.

    • @leonardmelte3106
      @leonardmelte3106 24 дні тому

      @@slappy8941I bet he is very sorry professor 😂

  • @PacificTrigger
    @PacificTrigger Місяць тому +12

    So beautiful....
    I've had two of my Thompson Contender videos go viral, I'm proud to help spread the word!
    Every person who asks, I let them know Thompson Center is BACK.
    Can't beat Thompson Center. You'll have to fight me if you disagree.

    • @Xx0ME0xX
      @Xx0ME0xX Місяць тому +2

      I don't think anyone COULD disagree with that. Lol

    • @PacificTrigger
      @PacificTrigger Місяць тому +2

      @@Xx0ME0xX 💯 I felt pretty safe giving that ultimatum haha

  • @cheyenneschoff1949
    @cheyenneschoff1949 Місяць тому +6

    Very cool that you have included the Thompson Center Collector Association. !! Keep up the videos.

  • @cw2a
    @cw2a Місяць тому +7

    I forever wanted an TCR Aristocrat I think they are just "it" as it comes to a classy single shot.
    I had opportunity to buy a 243 and I didn't buy it. Still wonder if I made the right choice.

  • @robertrobert7924
    @robertrobert7924 Місяць тому +3

    TC was responsible for the largest part of the reintroduction of civilian type of MLs in the 20th Century. I bought my first in 1979. It was a .45 Cal. Seneca, which I then sold to replace with a .45 Cal. Hawken. It won many prizes for me at my Club shoots over the years. I eventually bought a replacement drop in Green Mountain 33", .45 Cal. barrel. I also refinished the Black Walnut stock with linseed oil and added some brass headed tacks for some tasteful adornment. Using .440 round balls and .018 - .020 lubed patches, that rifle served me very well for decades. Thanks to TC Arms, I built some rifles and a Trade Gun myself, and started to collect and shoot other muzzle loaders from
    Uberti, Pietta, Pedersoli, Euroarms, and others. I also got into black powder cartridge breech loading rifles and pistols. Thank you TC for getting me started in my favorite all time sport, competitive ML target shooting.

  • @michaelmerrick5472
    @michaelmerrick5472 Місяць тому +2

    ❤ Thank you so much for sharing. Made me chuckle to hear your laugh while shooting.

  • @tshull2079
    @tshull2079 Місяць тому +6

    That falling block looked awesome! Hopefully TC will be able to follow through and bring these out in some of the newer calibers. ❤TC

  • @julieanddavidmyers6641
    @julieanddavidmyers6641 23 дні тому +2

    My used Contender was new to me in 1996. I have 9 barrels now... 22 lr, .223 Rem, 25acp, 30 Tokarev, 357, 9mm...and a few more up to 45 col 31:33 t. Great look at T/C 1 of a kind history.

  • @philsajtar7487
    @philsajtar7487 Місяць тому +3

    Love this ! I have my late dad's .45 Seneca . It's been a safe queen since he passed in 2004. He never killed anything w/ it & neither have I, but it might be time to change that. I also have a Contender w/ 3 barrels, 7-30 Waters, .44 mag & .22 lr match grade. I hunt deer now exclusively w/ the .44. Up until 4 yrs. ago , I used my .50 TC Omega 50. cal for about 20 yrs. . So happy to see TC coming back.

  • @Tall_Poppacountry
    @Tall_Poppacountry Місяць тому +4

    Great to see pieces of TC history. Thank you Greg for bringing TC back!

  • @garyh1449
    @garyh1449 Місяць тому +7

    Warren Center told me the same story as he showed me probably that same rifle. A great looking drop block rifle.

  • @NHGUIDE88
    @NHGUIDE88 Місяць тому +3

    FOUR... Hawkin, Encore, TCR and the falling block!! that's all you need.
    later you can bring back the contender....but please try to repair all five off the block.
    THANK YOU AGAIN for bringing TC back to NH~!!!

  • @jeremybrownfield1025
    @jeremybrownfield1025 Місяць тому +1

    Cant wait toll they start shipping i haven't been this excited for a long time! I say eventually bring them all back! My uncle had a tcr and would love to have a tcr83, he said that might be something they do and i hope so id be all over it. With all the gin companies that jave been bought up by conglomerates and destroyed its awesome to see one come roaring back to life. Its nice to see gun people running the company and not bean counters.

  • @brianhoxworth3881
    @brianhoxworth3881 Місяць тому +14

    Holy smokes..that was a great video! The history of TC is awesome, great job

  • @todddorsey9395
    @todddorsey9395 Місяць тому +18

    Oh wow those are amazing. Makes my heart happy to see these and know Thompson Center is back

  • @outragousbob4367
    @outragousbob4367 Місяць тому +4

    I used to go into FoxRidge outfitters all the time. Fly tying on Thursdays? Anyway, the TC custom shop always surprised me with the quality of wood! Thanks for the video!

  • @mariotremblay1419
    @mariotremblay1419 Місяць тому +4

    always wanted a TCR83 but finance at the time were tight. Now, if you bring them back I will be in line to buy one with spare barrels....
    Also bring back TC Venture magazines please.

  • @jmc041071
    @jmc041071 Місяць тому +18

    Please bring back the Falling Block rifles!!!

  • @dougjohnston1923
    @dougjohnston1923 Місяць тому +5

    The rolling block rifle will be a great money maker for T/C to produce and I would be purchasing one for my self

  • @baitammo4652
    @baitammo4652 Місяць тому +4

    Falling block and TCR!! I would love to see them made again!!

  • @dogtagx2
    @dogtagx2 Місяць тому +2

    Im from DEERFIELD NH, and Worked for TC……. Sooo happy ITS BACK!!
    FALLING BLOCK !! FALLING BLOCK!!!

  • @Xx0ME0xX
    @Xx0ME0xX Місяць тому +4

    I'm not sure if it has been confirmed by anyone yet, but seeing that contender made me decide to ask here. Are you going to be bringing the contender back? It would also be nice to see that scout handgun come back as well, maybe even the 20 gauge barrel for it as well, lol.

  • @cmoorhead1
    @cmoorhead1 Місяць тому +8

    Can you imagine having a TCR83 in .22lr? Awesome!

  • @jonmiller6933
    @jonmiller6933 Місяць тому +4

    Can’t wait for the hawken to be back. Great video

  • @walterfoster6612
    @walterfoster6612 Місяць тому +1

    I always thought the Scouts were the nicest looking muzzle loaders out there. Always wanted a pistol and carbine of that model. As well as an encore or contender set.

  • @devinmartin2843
    @devinmartin2843 Місяць тому +6

    I hope there will be clean non threaded barrel options for the encore

  • @vagacat69
    @vagacat69 Місяць тому +8

    You’re killing me!!!!

  • @gunner4373
    @gunner4373 Місяць тому +1

    Super cool stuff! I have a couple TC's. A Hawkin 54 cal, and an Encore with 5 barrels. Can't wait for factory options like barrels and furniture to become available again.

  • @codymayrer5059
    @codymayrer5059 22 дні тому +1

    Thanks for sharing, some amazing guns!! Hope TC brings back a Hawken style rifle, such a timeless design!

  • @jesscobb2279
    @jesscobb2279 27 днів тому +1

    I have a TC Hawkin, and parts are hard to come by. The only disappointment is that that lock spring is junk. It's a coiled spring around a very thin pin bar, instead of a traditional Z lock spring. But it's a straight shooter and I love it.

  • @Deerninja23
    @Deerninja23 24 дні тому +2

    Great video Greg, I have several family members that used to work for TC back in the day including my father. Hearing the names mentioned in this video brings back memories of My Dad telling stories of these people he used to work with. My Father did wood finishing I believe mainly on the Hawkin Rifles and my father and and I believe my uncle made the muzzlloader used in the movie Jeremiah Johnson . I do know my Dad spent several hours on the wood on that rifle. Anyways this stuff is so cool. If you ever find any of those guns that have initials W A with the A being the lower part of the W I would love to see on a future video. That would be my father. I have yet to ever find one out in circulation, but hopefully one day I might. Again thank you for bringing TC back

  • @ronaldsloan5235
    @ronaldsloan5235 Місяць тому +3

    Had a T/C Scout in .54 caliber. Loved it

  • @jamesbuher5269
    @jamesbuher5269 Місяць тому +7

    Please bring the falling block out for purchase!!!

  • @dnixon8767
    @dnixon8767 Місяць тому +9

    Contender and Encore!

  • @johnovanic9560
    @johnovanic9560 Місяць тому +11

    I believe Thompson Center would do well bringing back that TR model especially in some of the straight wall cartridges both new and old.

  • @MrTacklebury
    @MrTacklebury Місяць тому +4

    Bring back the TCR and the Scout Rifle/Pistol and I guarantee you will sell a lot. I wanted one of those scouts so bad.

  • @67volksrodder
    @67volksrodder 23 дні тому +1

    What a great video. I appreciate historical guns. I just inherited a Thompson Contender in .410/.45 long Colt from my father. It is an amazing gun with all the Interchangeable barrels. I can't imagine the excitement to hold a one of a kind gun that was never released to the market. Wow.

  • @galenhisler396
    @galenhisler396 Місяць тому +4

    Amazing! Can't wait to see them at the gun stores .

  • @lsb4057
    @lsb4057 Місяць тому +1

    Excellent content. I’m a big fan of TC i have several contenders and a vast collection of barrels.
    I m looking forward to TC ‘s return.

  • @larryeddings3185
    @larryeddings3185 Місяць тому +8

    What a wonderful collection of TC firearms. Amazing designs and craftsmanship.

  • @idessaoutlaw
    @idessaoutlaw Місяць тому +3

    I've still got my brand new unfired TC Hawken 50 cal that's 35 years old now.. The fit and finish is excellent..🍷😎👌

  • @Manco65
    @Manco65 Місяць тому +2

    Please put out a .58cal Big Bore version of the Hawken! For us big Sasquatches out here!😁

  • @mcburcke
    @mcburcke Місяць тому +2

    Extremely cool! It is absolutely amazing that T/C has been resurrected from the dead. The falling block should be the number one priority, in all the popular calibers. You'll sell a bunch of those, for sure.

  • @berteisenbraun7415
    @berteisenbraun7415 Місяць тому +6

    Amazing stuff❤

  • @xm15ar
    @xm15ar Місяць тому +3

    I just went back to school. I had no idea some of these even existed, and I'm 56. Thank you so much for this video. I can't wait to walk through the not yet built museum.

  • @justinvandee9428
    @justinvandee9428 Місяць тому +2

    T/C also make a muzzleloader Encore Pistol barrel and would be great to see again.

  • @isaaco5679
    @isaaco5679 Місяць тому +3

    Im even happier that the custom grip i carved for my encore pro hunter is keeping with tc tradition. Not as nice as those stocks but better that the rubber!

  • @RepulsiveBloom8
    @RepulsiveBloom8 Місяць тому +3

    I’ve been looking for a break action 30-06 forever and I never knew about the tcr 83 or 87! I’d love to see the tcr 87 come back that would be amazing!

  • @dkgoff
    @dkgoff 24 дні тому +1

    I have never owned a TC, but I was captivated by your story. I really appreciate your stewardship of the TC history. I can’t wait to see what you bring to market.

  • @brucecook502
    @brucecook502 Місяць тому +2

    This was actually very enjoyable to watch. It was honestly more exciting listening to y'all talk about the history of all these rare firearms and see you shoot them at the end then all of the countless videos of people playing around with more modern firearms. Thanks for sharing 🙂

  • @mwp597
    @mwp597 Місяць тому +1

    It would great to see some of T/C's history brought back to production.

  • @b0rd3n
    @b0rd3n Місяць тому +4

    Would have LOVED to see that 20 gauge barrel in action... i kept hoping for it from the time it appeared but the video timeline wasn't heading in that direction. Maybe another time? I mean, SURELY another time, yes? hmm? yes?

  • @dthunter2506rem
    @dthunter2506rem Місяць тому +2

    Thank you for sharing these historical firearms!

  • @thecrusaders2516
    @thecrusaders2516 28 днів тому +1

    Great video. Can't wait to see more.

  • @thomasmoje5926
    @thomasmoje5926 Місяць тому +2

    Thompson-Center used to be the 'gold standard' in mass produced, traditional style muzzleloading rifles. You wanted a reasonably priced, well made quality muzzleloading rifle; Thompson-Center was certainly one of the top manufacturers. I had a Thompson-Center 'Renegade' rifle in .54 caliber which I sold and have always regretted selling that rifle. Not as 'pretty' as the Hawken but a dependable accurate muzzleloading rifle. Wish they would bring back the classic traditional style muzzleloading rifles.

  • @chetlockwood1491
    @chetlockwood1491 Місяць тому +2

    Thank You for the very well presented Historical Journey into the Archives of Thompson/Center, WOW. As a Gun Guy and a Single Shot FanBoy, that falling block stirs my desires like few have. In a HeartBeat, but hurry, I'm 73 !!!!!

  • @Brombear
    @Brombear Місяць тому +2

    I was in NH when they shut everything down...such an amazing store and facility.

  • @idaho2ndgens240
    @idaho2ndgens240 Місяць тому +1

    What an incredible video. As a Spaulding Red Raider graduate in 1976 and remembering TC's place in Rochester, NH, the designs are top notch. What a gun company, with leadership and skilled craftsman. Thank you Art for sharing your knowledge and OGS.

  • @lylewalters909
    @lylewalters909 23 дні тому +1

    oh you have to bring back the 83.. please .. That is a work of art.

  • @tophat8190
    @tophat8190 Місяць тому +3

    Wow, i need that scout rifle. Plz bring back the old school black powder arms !!! Great video and what a lucky man you are to hold those iconic pieces of history.

  • @NELLY-jg2rx
    @NELLY-jg2rx Місяць тому +9

    Please for the love of the gun community...please make the falling block in traditional calibers!

  • @jeffreydalessio1816
    @jeffreydalessio1816 Місяць тому +3

    Gregg, thanks for the energy into the industry! Look forward to this coming year for T/C and what you will do at SHOT.

  • @adkennedy0352
    @adkennedy0352 Місяць тому +2

    That falling block is sweet, love to see it and the omega come back into production

  • @CurtDawson-p8z
    @CurtDawson-p8z Місяць тому +3

    I have a Marine buddy from up in NH who loved TC Contenders. The last time that I saw him in 87 he had 40+ barrels and reloaded for most everyone. His name was Ed Payson.

  • @DJ-Hunter7mm
    @DJ-Hunter7mm Місяць тому +9

    I bought a used TC Hawken 50 cal several months ago. Wood isn’t the greatest, but it’s a Hawken. Old style blade front sight. I can’t wait to get my hands on a new Hawken. Thanks Greg! Start shipping those over to WA state.

  • @artdc6264
    @artdc6264 Місяць тому +1

    Thanks for the video, Greg. Hope you have your sights set on recreating the falling block and break-open single shot, along with the Encores.

  • @homerson1080
    @homerson1080 Місяць тому +5

    Stop showing and start producing! I need a new encore and encore barrels! I can’t wait!

  • @danmarcell3167
    @danmarcell3167 Місяць тому +21

    Smith and Wesson did an awesome job of taking care of these firearms

    • @A50S2D
      @A50S2D Місяць тому +3

      That softens my attitude towards Smith & Wesson, but not enough to buy one of their guns.

    • @danmarcell3167
      @danmarcell3167 Місяць тому +4

      @@A50S2D Horace Smith and Daniel Wesson have done a tremendous amount for the firearms community

  • @NELLY-jg2rx
    @NELLY-jg2rx Місяць тому +4

    When is Art gonna get his own series on the channel? Guy is a legend

  • @1978garfield
    @1978garfield Місяць тому +1

    I am glad T/C is in safe hands.
    I doubt I will ever be able to afford a T/C product but he is absolutely correct when he puts them in the company of Winchester, Browning, Colt and Smith & Wesson.
    Messers Thompson and Center were firearms innovators and I am glad their legacy is being preserved.
    Looking forward to seeing some of these guns being brought back in to production.

  • @garyhammond2213
    @garyhammond2213 Місяць тому +3

    Over 50 years ago, I went to the T/C plant to deliver machinery from RI. And my friend whose family sold them the machinery ended up working for T/C and was good friends with Warren Center. I did a tour of the factory and the thing I was really impressed with was how the finish was applied to the rifle stocks. The area was electrically charged, and the finish was sprayed into the booth and it flew onto the stocks. Very impressive. I had never seen anything like that. Hope you bring the manufacture back to Rochester.

  • @briancasey2669
    @briancasey2669 Місяць тому +1

    Some real treasures! I remember when the TCR 83 came out, I thought that was such a classy looking gun! Plus, the versatility , which really appealed to my 15 year old broke self!

  • @nelhead4807
    @nelhead4807 Місяць тому +2

    Them are so amazing pieces and it’s great to see them and someone who cherishes them as well. Also love your enthusiasm when you take them out to shoot.

  • @cervus-venator
    @cervus-venator Місяць тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this wonderful history. You need to go ahead and start planning out a TC Museum so that you can put all of this on display for the people to enjoy. Thanks so much for all the work you are doing with TC and I really look forward to you bringing back some of this to production.

  • @kennethhowell1272
    @kennethhowell1272 Місяць тому +2

    Truly amazing the engineering that T/C put into these guns. Its sad the the Falling Block rifle was never released. Perhaps the Falling Block could be reintroduced.
    Years ago I had a T/C Hawken "Kit rifle" that my friend put together. He put a 36" 54 cal Green River barrel on it (it was an absolute cannon). It was at that time the Cadillac of traditional muzzle loaders. Only downside of the 36" barrel was it didn't work well in brushy areas due to the barrel length.

  • @jerryreynolds8151
    @jerryreynolds8151 Місяць тому +1

    I love how you are open to bring back classic gun for production. I still have my scout rifle, the best handling muzzleloader ever, but horrible to clean. My Hawkins 54 was purchased in the early 90's, fantastic!! I really need a TC Icon magazine in 243..... God Bless America 🇺🇸

  • @buckleupbuttercup7442
    @buckleupbuttercup7442 20 днів тому

    I used to bore the barrels for Thompson in the Rochester N.H. plant back in the 80s

  • @bheckner
    @bheckner Місяць тому +2

    Damn near priceless historical collection. Wow😮

  • @darwindemartelaere3195
    @darwindemartelaere3195 Місяць тому +1

    I need more 370 gr Maxi balls, in origonal design( not the round nosed version ). I hope these are in future sales and marketing plans. Thank you for bringing T/C back.

  • @garyhammond2213
    @garyhammond2213 Місяць тому +2

    Glad to see a gun guy buy the company.

  • @paullewis5045
    @paullewis5045 Місяць тому +1

    Congratulations and good luck. Wonderful to see the historic pieces. Shooting demo was great. Way to break the trigger on the double set; lovely!

  • @kbowen2251
    @kbowen2251 Місяць тому +25

    Release the falling block!!!! There aren't enough falling blocks in the world.

  • @royhubbard6579
    @royhubbard6579 Місяць тому +2

    I sure hope there’s someone is standing around off camera with some good oily rags for when Y’all get through putting fingerprints on these pieces of Art! Fantastic video Greg!!!

  • @justinvandee9428
    @justinvandee9428 Місяць тому +2

    I have one of the Warren Center TCR and would love to see it come back out. Cheers Justin

  • @knight0334
    @knight0334 Місяць тому +1

    I'm going to add to the dog pile with the suggestion for the manufacture of the falling block.
    And as a further suggestion for it - make it a quick change type situation. Well, relatively quick. Maybe an interrupted thread with a release button that is hidden with the forearm.
    One thing T/C is known for is barrel changeability on a number of their platforms. Having some sort of change-out on a falling block would be super sweet.

  • @missourirebel9669
    @missourirebel9669 28 днів тому +1

    Looking forward to all the new Thompson's to hit the market with some new and innovative ideas and some new products

  • @MH-qq3kj
    @MH-qq3kj Місяць тому +2

    Wow! Pieces of history.

  • @DaleGraves-c1b
    @DaleGraves-c1b Місяць тому +1

    Enjoying all your videos, but this one was the cat’ meow!!! Bring me more of these history videos on TC guns!!! My grandfather purchased a contender with the octagon barrels in the early 70’s ,I’m the guy who is in possession of it now!

  • @Po_Buoy_Fresh
    @Po_Buoy_Fresh Місяць тому +1

    Holly Fawk those falling block rifles are gorgeous!

  • @ColeSands-i7y
    @ColeSands-i7y Місяць тому +3

    Back in the 1970 era when you had a tc hawken you knew you had something of value

  • @sf-gs3iz
    @sf-gs3iz Місяць тому +1

    Extremely exciting that tc is back home