Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter Muzzleloader with Jim Shockey

This video showcases a custom T/C Encore build for whitetail muzzleloader hunting. It details the platform's versatility, covering Gregg's preferred barrel, stock, and scope options, along with bullet types, powder choices, and load development. The content also provides practical setup tips for efficient field use, making it ideal for those considering a versatile hunting rifle or a "plug-and-play" muzzleloader.

This video follows GT Nunn of Frontier Outfitters as he draws a rare Arizona Bull Elk Muzzleloader Tag. The description highlights his successful harvest of a 400-class bull elk at an impressive 450 yards using a muzzleloader. The video also promotes the Gunwerks YouTube channel, encouraging viewers to subscribe for content on long shots, tough shots, shooting tips, DIY, and ballistics.

This episode of LRP Highlights from Gunwerks features a long-range antelope hunt in Wyoming. The crew, including Kregg Thomasson, Janet Davidson, and Erin Kreider, showcases their shooting skills with new equipment. A standout moment is Mike's incredible 715-yard shot using a muzzleloader. The video promises more long shots, tough shots, shooting tips, DIY, and ballistics content for subscribers.

This video focuses on long-range elk hunting using a muzzleloader. The description highlights that viewers can subscribe to the Gunwerks YouTube channel for more content related to long shots, challenging shots, shooting tips, DIY projects, and ballistics, suggesting an emphasis on precision shooting and firearm-related expertise.

This short demonstrates the immense power of a 2-bore blunderbuss against a ballistic gel grizzly bear head. The 3500-grain lead ball projectile completely penetrated the target, showcasing its capability for extreme big game defense. The video highlights the significant recoil and visual impact of firing such a large caliber firearm.

This video details the preparation and use of the Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter rifle for a Missouri deer hunt. It covers sighting in the rifle with Hornady American Whitetail ammunition, demonstrating its accuracy with a carbon fiber barrel. The content follows Gregg Ritz and Alan Clemons through successful hunts during the opening of rifle season, highlighting effective techniques for observing deer behavior and harvesting game, including successful doe management after a cold front.

This video demonstrates the catastrophic failure of a Thompson/Center Encore Endeavor muzzleloader due to the improper use of smokeless powder instead of black powder. The demonstration highlights the extreme danger of exceeding a firearm's design pressure, showing the barrel splitting open. It serves as a critical safety lesson on understanding powder types and proper measurement techniques to prevent dangerous malfunctions.

This video compares the accuracy of a traditional flintlock rifle against a modern .308 sporting rifle at 100 yards. The modern .308 demonstrated superior accuracy with a tight group, while the flintlock's performance was yet to be fully revealed at the conclusion. The host highlighted the significant difference in loading times between the two firearm types.

This video demonstrates the catastrophic failure of a Thompson/Center Encore muzzleloader when loaded with smokeless powder, highlighting extreme dangers. Tests with double charges of Blackhorn 209 powder showed significant stock damage but the barrel remained intact, showcasing the Encore's robust design. The primary takeaway is a stern warning against using smokeless powder in muzzleloaders not designed for it.

This video addresses three common shooting errors impacting accuracy: Natural Point of Aim (NPOA), trigger control, and shooting with one eye closed. It provides practical solutions, such as aligning your body straight behind the rifle for NPOA and pulling through the trigger smoothly to avoid 'target panic.' The expert also advocates for keeping both eyes open to improve situational awareness and tracking.