This is how we test our rifles.

This video provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process at Thompson/Center Arms' headquarters in Farmington, New Hampshire. It details updates in their vertical integration, showcasing advanced CNC machining (Eurotech, Akari, Haas), quality control measures like 100% Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI), and specific processes for barrels and receivers. The tour highlights the production of popular lines including the Encore, Contender, and Triumph, emphasizing efficiency and precision in their operations.

This guide, presented by an expert from Thompson/Center Arms, details the essential steps for cleaning a muzzleloader. It emphasizes the importance of thorough cleaning at the end of the hunting season to prevent rust and corrosion during storage. The process involves using specialized tools like bore brushes and cleaning rods to maintain the firearm for future use.

Thompson/Center Arms has acquired Green Mountain Rifle Barrel Company, a move focused on vertical integration and enhancing their barrel production capabilities. This acquisition brings decades of specialized knowledge in barrel making, including expertise in 5R rifling and cut rifling, ensuring high-quality components for both T/C firearms and other industry partners like Ruger and Q. The facility boasts advanced manufacturing processes and stringent quality control measures.

This guide, presented by TheYankeeMarshal, outlines a practical approach to inspecting used firearms before purchase. It emphasizes prioritizing mechanical condition over cosmetic flaws, as minor cosmetic issues can often be quickly and affordably repaired. The core criteria are that the gun must be one the buyer wants and must be in good mechanical shape.

This video details the rigorous manufacturing and quality control processes at Thompson/Center Arms for their Encore platform, emphasizing interchangeability. It covers the multi-stage machining of receivers and barrels, the use of advanced vision systems for dimensional verification, and comprehensive testing including go/no-go gauges, trigger pull tests, and final 'Ten Commandments' inspections to ensure every firearm meets high standards. The process highlights the commitment to precision and reliability in producing interchangeable components.

This video provides a glimpse into the meticulous firearm manufacturing process at Wilson Combat. It highlights key stages including filing, machining, and assembly, emphasizing the commitment to quality that goes into every firearm. The visual evidence showcases specific models like the CQB Elite and NOM4A, underscoring the brand's dedication to producing high-quality firearms ready for shipment.

This video demonstrates the severe dangers of using smokeless powder in a muzzleloader designed for black powder, resulting in a catastrophic barrel explosion. The speaker, identified as a manufacturer representative, uses a remote firing rig to safely showcase the consequences of this common but deadly mistake. The footage highlights the importance of understanding powder types and pressure differences to prevent dangerous malfunctions.

This video presents an accuracy comparison between a traditional flintlock rifle and a modern sporting rifle at 100 yards. The host, demonstrating high expertise and safe firearm handling, loads and fires both rifles, utilizing Hornady Match .308 ammunition and Goex Black Powder. The comparison highlights the practical differences in loading times and aims to determine which platform achieves superior accuracy under these conditions.

This expert guide details the catastrophic failure modes of muzzleloaders, as demonstrated by Thompson/Center Arms' engineering team. It covers the dangers of double loading, double powder charges, and critically, the use of smokeless powder, which led to a barrel explosion. The video emphasizes safety and understanding pressure limits in muzzleloading firearms.

This guide, presented by an expert from Thompson/Center Arms, focuses on three critical shooting mistakes and their solutions. It covers achieving a Natural Point of Aim (NPOA) for stability, mastering trigger control to overcome target panic, and the benefits of shooting with both eyes open for improved awareness. The instruction emphasizes fundamental techniques for becoming a better marksman.