Thompsoncenter Encore Rifle, Firearm Manuals

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The material in this booklet must be read and
understood before attempting to use your
Thompson/Center firearm. If pertinent safety
information is not read, and
statements are not understood and adhered to,
death, or injury could result.
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY
BEFORE USING YOUR FIREARM.
Thompson/Center Arms Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 5002
Rochester, New Hampshire 03866
Table of Contents
Subject
. . . . . . . . . .
Page Number
Know Your Firearm Before Attempting To Use It. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
General rules for the safe use & handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Nomenclature of the Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating the Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Understanding the Trigger Mechanism of the Encore . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using The Correct Ammunition In The Encore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Loading and Firing the Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Changing Barrels of the Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation of Choke Tubes in Encore Shotguns . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Encore Trigger
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Encore Assembly and Disassembly
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cleaning the Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Barrel Obstructions
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Failure To Fire
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Carrying The Encore in the Field
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Iron Sight Adjustment for Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Mounting a Scope on the Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Custom Alterations & Conversions
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Service For Your Encore
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Statement of Liability
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Limited Lifetime Warranty
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Statement Issued by SAAMI
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Mailing and Shipping Information
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Encore Repair Parts
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
For Your Records
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IBC
Thompson/Center
and
Encore
are trademarks of
Thompson/Center Arms Company, Incorporated.
Copyright 2004, Thompson/Center Arms Company, Inc.
This booklet contains information that is essential to the safe use and main-
tenance of Thompson/Center’s Encore Rifle & Shotgun models. You must
read this material in its entirety and fully understand its significance before
you can safely use your Encore. If a Thompson/Center Encore is loaned or
sold (by an individual or dealer), this booklet must accompany the firearm.
Replacement booklets are available at no charge from our factory at the
address below.
If, after reading this booklet, you still have questions concerning the safe
use of your Thompson/Center Encore, write or call our Customer Service
Department at:
Thompson/Center Arms Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 5002, Farmington Road
Rochester, NH 03866
TelEPHOne: 1-603-332-2333
• And Remember •
The Fundamental National Rifle Association
Rules for Safe Gun Handling are:
1. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction
2. Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
3. Always keep the gun unloaded until ready to use
Federal Law prohibits the use of this firearm with a smoothbore barrel
shorter than 18” or a rifled barrel shorter than 16”. When this firearm or
any firearm is used in conjunction with youth training, proper supervision
by a qualified adult is mandatory.
1
Know Your Firearm
Before You Attempt To Use It!
Designed as a Hunting/Sports Rifle, the Encore is uniquely different from
other firearms.
Its single shot, break open action is relatively simple to under-
stand and safe when the required ingredients of “common sense” and “safe gun
handling” are applied to its use and care. The Encore operates differently than
other break open rifles on the market. It is important that you identify your rifle
as being an Encore in conjunction with reading these instructions. They apply
only to the Encore Rifle.
However, do not assume that a familiarity with other
firearms has equipped you with a knowledge of “safe gun handling” as these
words now apply to your Encore
. Each gun design is different from another
and each functions accordingly.
All machines, be they chain saws, automobiles, lawn mowers or firearms are built
to function as
mindless mechanical slaves. They serve only as well as your
intellect dictates
. Carefully used, your chain saw will cut up a winter’s supply of
firewood. Carelessly used, your chain saw will cut other things with able willing-
ness. A firearm is no different-it is equally non-selective as to target or purpose.
Inasmuch as the responsibility for the use of a firearm rests with its user, you
must understand the mechanics before you can shoulder the responsibility for its
use. That is what this booklet is all about.
You Must Read This Material
Before Using The Encore
®
Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated
areas, cleaning firearms or handling
ammunition may result in exposure to lead
and other substances known to cause birth
defects, reproductive harm and other serious
physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at
all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.
2
WARNING
General Rules For
The Safe Use and Handling
of the Encore
®
Follow the rules for use and handling of the Encore Rifle. Failure to follow
these rules may cause injury and/or death to the shooter or bystanders and
damage to property.
1 If you are unfamiliar with firearms seek professional instruction
.
Qualified organizations such as local gun clubs, the National Rifle Association
and State Hunter Safety programs offer courses which teach safe gun handling
and proper hunting procedure. Those who are unfamiliar with firearms should
seek guidance from an instructor who is qualified by one of these organizations.
2 Always point the muzzle of your Encore downrange
. The possibility of
accidental discharge is a constant danger when using a firearm. If the muzzle is
pointed downrange, away from yourself, other people, domestic animals or prop-
erty, then there can be no injury or damage from an accidental discharge.
3 Never load your Encore until you are ready to fire it
. If your Encore is
not loaded until you are ready to fire and you are directing your full concentra-
tion to it and the target then there can be no accidental discharge of the rifle.
Never transport or carry a loaded Encore in a vehicle. Never hand a loaded
Encore to another person. Never store a loaded Encore in your home. Never
cross a fence, climb a tree, jump a ditch or engage in any activity which distracts
your attention while holding or carrying a loaded Encore. Never attempt to clean
a loaded Encore.
4 Be physically fit and mentally alert when using your Encore
. The use of
your Encore involves forceful physical actions which require strength and concen-
tration. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs before shooting or handling your
Encore. Never use your Encore when you are overly tired. If you use medication
or have medical implants consult your physician before using your Encore.
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