Thompson Center Compass Rifle 7mm Rem 24" Barrel 4+1 Rounds Blued Composite
Building on a heritage of accurate, affordable firearms from a trusted American brand, the T/C Compass is a great choice for serious hunters on a budget. A feature-rich hunting rifle that is easy on the wallet, the Compass has a free-float barrel with 5R rifling and a threaded muzzle. The aluminum pillar bedding system positively locates the receiver for outstanding accuracy, and the bolt is electroless nickel-plated with Teflon for smoothness. It features a three-lug bolt design with a 60 degree lift for good scope clearance and a smooth, easy cycling action. The single-stage, adjustable trigger offers a crisp release for precision shooting, and the 3-position safety (with bolt lock) provides positive tactile feel, clear visibility and easy access. It has an ergonomic, lightweight stock for a classic look with modern contours, textured grip panels, and a soft rubber recoil pad. It uses a detachable, flush fit rotary magazine. The Compass comes with a detachable, flush fit rotary magazine, Weaver-style bases, and sling swivel studs.
Specifications :
- Action: Bolt
- Caliber: 7mm Remington Magnum
- Barrel Length: 24"
- Capacity: 4+1
- Trigger: Adjustable
- Safety: Three Position
- Stock Description: Synthetic Black
- Metal Finish: Blued
- Barrel Description: Free-Floating Button-Rifled
- Muzzle: Threaded
- Sights: None, Drilled/Tapped
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 7mm Remington Magnum was introduced in 1962 in the new Remington Model 700 bolt-action. Gunwriters Les Bowman, Warren Page, and others had been clamoring for a fast 7mm, and the Remington's "Big Seven" was the answer. Except the very similar 275 H&H dates to 1912, and the 7mm Weatherby Magnum to 1944. No matter; the 7mm Remington Magnum was a huge success. Viewed as more versatile, it blew the 264 Winchester Magnum off the market and went on to become the world's most popular "magnum" cartridge. Though since surpassed in this role by the 300 Winchester Magnum, the 7mm Remington Magnum remains a world-standard hunting cartridge, adequate for game up to elk and moose, flat-shooting, and able to achieve meaningful velocities with bullets up to 175 grains--but with less recoil than the fast .30-calibers. Most firearms manufacturers chamber to it, and the selection of factory loads is rich and varied.
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Craig Boddington
