Hey guys, Cabelas has "Thompson/Center Compass Bolt-Action Rifles" in like most calibers, threaded muzzle, final price $249.99 after rebates and stuff. Looks like it comes with scope bases.... I am tempted because I have wanted a 243 gun for a while... how good are their rifles?
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Thompson/Center Compass rifles @ cabelas
- Thread starter konstan
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I know 4 who have bought them. their guarantee of 1 moa has so far, delivered.
the exception is ammo. It requires precision ammo
For a budget rifle that will be dragged through the woods, it appears to perform very well so far. I can't say that many rounds have been put thru these rifles but initial impressions are positive. Of those I know of, various calibers have been purchased and all have performed.
the exception is ammo. It requires precision ammo
For a budget rifle that will be dragged through the woods, it appears to perform very well so far. I can't say that many rounds have been put thru these rifles but initial impressions are positive. Of those I know of, various calibers have been purchased and all have performed.
I have a Venture in .270 Win .... It is nothing short of amazing. Dialed in a load really easily. It hits well under 1 moa, more like about a half (and I'm not one to tweak loads to endless perfection). Pretty sure the Compass has the same barrel. Really good barrels. I plan to buy another Venture.
I have a TC Compass 243. Completely satisfied with the rifle. Great backup or truck gun.
Pros:
Stock length and shape very well suited to medium-smaller shooters.
Trigger is virtually creep free and crisp.
Finish and machining on the metal is very nicely done
Accuracy is 1.1 moa with most loads, and MOA or better with handloads.
Smooth reliable action so far.
Black matte non glare finish.
Cons:
Plastic stock is somewhat soft, hollow.
This is a medium weight 22" rifle, not a lightweight.
Trigger pull weight is somewhat heavy.
Plastic mag catch ( works ok so far)
You can have any color you want as long as it is black.
Pros:
Stock length and shape very well suited to medium-smaller shooters.
Trigger is virtually creep free and crisp.
Finish and machining on the metal is very nicely done
Accuracy is 1.1 moa with most loads, and MOA or better with handloads.
Smooth reliable action so far.
Black matte non glare finish.
Cons:
Plastic stock is somewhat soft, hollow.
This is a medium weight 22" rifle, not a lightweight.
Trigger pull weight is somewhat heavy.
Plastic mag catch ( works ok so far)
You can have any color you want as long as it is black.
Great choice, here is a better price if it is not too late.
https://www.cdnnsports.com/thompson-center-compass-243.html#.Wt1HFy7waot
https://www.cdnnsports.com/thompson-center-compass-243.html#.Wt1HFy7waot
schotzfyred
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My T/C Compass .223 is more than I expected.
I fired the first four rounds at 50 yards, and while the group was just barely on the 8 1/2 x 11 target, it measured .552".
After adjusting the no name scope that came in the deal from Sportsmans Outdoor Superstore, the second group measured .306", third group .356, and the fourth group was in the 10 ring and measured .382".
I was not using premium ammo.
I used my first ever hand loaded .223 Remington consisting of:
Once fired Lake City 5.56 cases.
Bulk Hornady 55 gr soft point bullets
H4895 powder
CCI 400 primers
Not bad for the first outing with the Compass.
I fired the first four rounds at 50 yards, and while the group was just barely on the 8 1/2 x 11 target, it measured .552".
After adjusting the no name scope that came in the deal from Sportsmans Outdoor Superstore, the second group measured .306", third group .356, and the fourth group was in the 10 ring and measured .382".
I was not using premium ammo.
I used my first ever hand loaded .223 Remington consisting of:
Once fired Lake City 5.56 cases.
Bulk Hornady 55 gr soft point bullets
H4895 powder
CCI 400 primers
Not bad for the first outing with the Compass.