In addition to a recessed, target-style muzzle crown, the Compass’ barrel has a threaded muzzle—1/2-28 for .204 Ruger, .223 Rem., and .22-250 Rem., and 5/8-24 for .243 Win. The top is drilled and tapped for scope bases, and T/C ships two-piece, Weaver-style aluminum bases with the rifle. At a surprisingly low price ($399 MSRP), the T/C Compass has a lot to offer. Sponsored Post. Some, such as the Encore and Venture, have been commercial successes, while others, including the Icon and Dimension, have been accepted with yawns—regardless of their unique features. The rifle in question is Thompson/Center’s new Compass II Compact Rifle. Thompson/Center Compass .308 Win 22" barrel 5 Rnds - $369.99 A great rifle that can match any budget. Chambered in a popular variety of cartridges from the zippy 204 Ruger to the 300 Win. As of yet, no left-hand versions are available. Updated: January 3, 2020. In fact, during testing it could easily be torqued when “stacking the bipod,” which negatively affects accuracy. by Aaron Carter - the tikkas looks really nice BUT the Thompson center is talking to me, especially for $249! Thompson / Center Compass Rotary Magazine. Mag, the TC Compass is … Available chambered in four popular hunting calibers—.223 Rem./5.56mm NATO, .243 Win., .308 Win. A cap is provided when the aforementioned items aren’t used. It joins a very crowded field of low priced, bolt action, centerfire rifles, but offers several features that might well sway customers. Textured Stock For More Grip: Made from composite material, the stock of Thompson Center Compass is quite light but still feels solid in the hands. Competition in this category was (and still is) fierce, though the Venture offered several of the Icon’s standout “premium” features, such as its bolt design and the choice of 22" or 24" barrels with asymmetrical 5R rifling. Unsurprising to even the most novice gun buyer, the economically priced, Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Ambassadors, NRA Outstanding Achievement Youth Award Presented by Brownells, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, Review: Kimber K6s DASA 4" Combat Revolver, Remington 7600: Still a Popular Pump-Action Rifle, NRA Gun of the Week: Thompson/Center Arms Venture II, Favorite Firearms: A Holland & Holland on a Deer Hunt. Thanks for watching! Mag. Another way to prevent getting this page in the future is to use Privacy Pass. The Compass is drilled and tapped to accept a pair of included Weaver-style scope ring bases. As mentioned elsewhere, the composite stock is somewhat easily contorted if pressure is applied to the fore-end, such as when “stacking” a bipod or cinching tightly on a sling (i.e. Near the front of the receiver’s bottom is a cutout that mates to a steel insert held in the stock. Nonetheless, there is room for improvement. Features: 3-Lug Bolt Design: Simple, rugged design lends itself to years of reliable service and top-notch accuracy and relibility. Thompson Center unveiled 4 NEW rifles to usher in the New Year of 2020 with the introduction of the Compass Utility, Compass Compact II, Compass II, and Venture II bolt-action rifles. and larger—to add compensators, muzzle brakes and suppressors. Remember, consistency is the key to accuracy. The handle has a unique combination of angles, and the minimalist knob is shaped like a lobster trap buoy or Minié ball. From the above, it’s obvious that T/C needed an economical bolt-action rifle to stay relevant and compete with the other heavy hitters in the category, including the Mossberg Patriot, Remington Model 783, Ruger American and Savage Axis, among others. This can affect the barrel’s free-floating nature. I first shot the LakOrr load, producing four groups that met T/C Arm’s accuracy guarantee. In the rearmost “safe” position the bolt is locked, while in the middle position it’s still “safe,” but the bolt can be cycled for loading or unloading. Although I noted such groups below, I adhered to the American Rifleman protocol of five consecutive, five-shot groups, which is far more stringent and telling of a rifle’s capabilities. Trophy Bonded Tip (TBT); Herter’s Select Grade Brass Case 150-gr. The do-all, no-frills rifle from Thompson/Center™. So she would need a new rifle. Additionally, the butt has a traditional-style cheekpiece (for right-hand shooters), 3/4"-thick rubber recoil, and dual sling swivel studs. In fact, it would be nigh impossible to find a production hunting rifle with similar features—such as a machined, 4140 steel receiver with an integral Picatinny base, innovative bedding system, changeable bolt handle, detachable-box magazine or drop-out floorplate, and a full-diameter bolt with three lugs for a 60-degree throw—at its introductory suggested retail price of $889. By reflecting on its own past, considering its competitors and tracking market trends, T/C Arms has found its heading and the Compass is pointing the way. No kill shots. From the range, to the fields to the mountains, any pursuit, at any budget. to .300 Win. Mag. Final Thoughts: Thompson Center Compass vs. Ruger American. Three, three-shot groups fell within sub-m.o.a., accuracy and the five consecutive, five-shot groups averaged a respectable 1.25". Still, with an average of 1.08" for 25 shots, the LakOrr load verified the capabilities of the platform and company’s guarantee. Surrounding the trigger is an oversize, integral guard that will accommodate most gloved fingers. Ultimately, decisions regarding T/C Arms’ future had to be made, and its choice was to push forward, maintaining its current heading. Review: Christensen Arms MPR .300 Win. Moreover, its $689 suggested retail price places it in “no-man’s land”; it costs too much for those hunters/riflemen seeking an entry-level tack driver and, for not too much more, a semi-custom rifle can be had. On The Range And BeyondIn an effort to show the Compass’ “real-world” capabilities, I attached a Leupold Long Range 8.5-25X 50 mm riflescope in six-screw, tactical-type rings to the .30-’06 Sprg.-chambered rifle and gathered three representative loads—value priced and premium hunting—Federal Premium Vital-Shok 165-gr. Privacy Policy   •   Contact Us   •   Warnings   •   FAQs   •  © 2021 National Rifle Association of America. As with T/C’s other rifles, the Compass’s barrel is button-rifled with asymmetrical (land opposes groove) 5R rifling, the benefits of which are touted as being easier to clean and providing improved accuracy. The Compass’ barebones composite stock has dual aluminum pillars and a secured steel recoil lug to positively locate the receiver. Since 1967, when the Contender made its debut, the company has amassed an array of interesting gun designs. The Thompson/Center Compass Utility rifle was designed to provide hunters and sportsmen with an accurate and reliable rifle that won’t break the bank; chambered in.223 Remington / 5.56x45mm NATO,.243 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor,.270 Winchester,.308 Winchester / 7.62x51mm and.30-06 Springfield, the Compass Utility rifle sports blued metal surfaces and a 21" / 53 cm barrel. It would also benefit shooters if T/C applied checkering or stippling to the bolt knob and/or increase its size to enhance purchase. Thompson/Center Arms 12514. Mag. Just a straight range review after months of testing. This holds true on T/C Arms’ Compass, too. Take three for T/C’s attempt at bolt-action rifle manufacture, the Dimension, was introduced in 2012 and is still in production. Basic Review of the Thompson Center Compass in 308 and 6.5 Creedmoor. Nosler AccuBond. Designed to deliver today’s sport shooters and hunters with a feature-rich bolt-action rifle at an affordable A threaded muzzle allows for out-of-the-box use of a sound or flash suppressor or muzzle brake. As such, the latter cannot stabilize some of the newer heavyweight VLD-style bullets, such as Berger’s VLD Hunting and EOL Elite Hunter. Please enable Cookies and reload the page. More on this later. You must be logged in to post a review. The reliable performance of the original T/C® COMPASS® rifle – now with Thompson/Center’s Generation II trigger system. TC Compass rifle review – Overall With an MSRP of only $399, the T/C Compass rifle has managed to squeeze a LOT performance into a relatively modestly priced package. Gone was the Icon’s innovative but costly receiver; in its place was a receiver machined from round bar stock—typical practice for many bolt-action rifles. The looming presidential election of 2008 and parallel purchasers’ penchant for buying center-fire semi-automatic rifles signaled the death knell for the Icon, though it loomed in the background until being silently purged from the lineup in 2012. Magazine capacity is five rounds in standard chamberings and four in magnums. Nine years ago, T/C Arms’ Rochester, N.H., plant began production of the Icon, a decidedly different direction for a company that primarily specialized in muzzleloaders and modular, single-shot handguns and rifles. 9MM.223 / 5.56 45 ACP.22 Long Rifle.22 Win Mag 12 Gauge.308 Winchester 40 S&W.38 Special View All Calibers Ammo By Manufacturer Qualified Professional Ammo Recently Added Ammo The surface of the rifle stock contains a series of grip patterns that allow you to get a hold of the rifle at all times. The T/C® COMPASS® UTILITY is designed to provide today’s sport shooters and hunters with an accurate rifle that won’t break the bank. A large channel on the bolt’s left side mates to the tab on the bolt-release/stop. Completing the CAPTCHA proves you are a human and gives you temporary access to the web property. At this point, it’s highly likely that you already know what the rifles have to offer in term of features, accessories and so on. Affixed to the bottom of the receiver is a single-stage trigger similar to that of pre-2006 Winchester Model 70s. Nonetheless, the switch-caliber concept and modularity via the L.O.C. Naturally, overall group sizes increased with the addition of two shots. Wood wasn’t an option. Many companies have switched to 1:9" (or faster) twist rates in the 7 mm Rem. The Thompson/Center Compass rifle may have won the top prize in our 2016 Gear of the Year Awards, but that doesn’t mean I was content to set it aside and not look for ways to make it better.I’ve got a list of TC Compass upgrades below that will make your hunting more enjoyable and effective. Even after two years on the market, the Compass retails for only a dollar less than $400, which means most dealers have them tagged between $350 and $375 new. Also, it lacks rigidity. Lord Lovat's Rifles: In Film, Recollection and Reality, © 2021 National Rifle Association of America. That’s only the beginning, though. Built to perform a job! The trigger is top-notch, the barreled action is (obviously) well made—as it exhibited very good accuracy for an economy-class rifle—and the magazine proved to be sure functioning. The Compass is designed to provide the right features that make for good shooting performance at a budget price point. If you are on a personal connection, like at home, you can run an anti-virus scan on your device to make sure it is not infected with malware. Featuring solid black polymer construction and a rotary design, these 5 round magazines (4 round magnum) from Thompson / Center are developed for both long and short action Compass rifle models from T/C. accuracy—1" three-shot groups at 100 yds.—with premium ammunition. Thompson Center Compass Utility 308 Winchester, 22" Barrel, Black, Synthetic Stock, Detachable Magazine, 5rd. As for the bolt, the Compass draws from its Dimension, Venture and Icon predecessors. Despite a temperature of 88° F during testing, reasonable effort was made to let the barrel cool between groups. For example, larger cartridge sizes hav… It was a calculated risk for T/C Arms; in the end, though, there was nothing to lose as the Icon never achieved its namesake status and sales of interchangeable-barrel rifles, and handgun and muzzleloaders had slowed. Thompson Center's New Venture II: Rifle Review. For firearm manufacturers, performance ultimately trumps embellishments, so the latter are the first to be jettisoned on entry-level “economy” models. With an initial suggested retail price of $499, the Venture was at the high end of the “economical” rifle market, but it still sold reasonably well. Mag. As I discovered on the range, there’s a lot to like about the Compass. During testing there were no failures to feed, fire, extract or eject. Its answer is the new Compass. Unlike the Venture, which had inserts to improve purchase, the Compass’ stock has molded-in, boomerang-shaped ridges to aid grip. That is where the T/C Compass comes in. The Compass has a full-diameter bolt body and three-lug head that ease manufacturing and manipulation of the action, respectively. For these reasons, the Dimension has seen minimal success. military-style or Ching Sling). Lane Tobiassen, President of Smith & Wesson, had these words to share about all of the new rifles they are unveiling for 2020 which we will definitely get our hands on more at SHOT Show in a few weeks: five-shot groups. 6 in popularity among bolt-action rifles sold through retailers on GunBroker.com last year. With Thompson/Center, The Hunt Never Ends. Thompson Center Compass 308 Winchester with Vortex 4-12x44mm Copperhead Scope $499.99; Notify Me When Available; Brand: Thompson Center; Item Number: 10074V; Thompson Center Compass 308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with Weaver 3-9x40mm Riflescope and Hard Case $519.99 $319.99; Shooters today demand some type of bedding system on their rifle—even value-priced models. Thompson Center Compass Hunting Rifle Upgrades Thompson Center Compass Upgrades. And the Thompson/Center Compass still stands as one of the best values and lowest barriers to entry if you’ve been considering the hot 6.5 Creedmoor. soft-point cutting edge (SPCE); and LakOrr 165-gr. has a 1:10". Straying from its past designs—detachable, single-stack, polymer box magazines—the Compass is fed from a detachable, flush-fitting, rotary-style polymer magazine that’s similar to that of the Ruger American. The T/C® COMPASS® UTILITY is designed to provide today’s sport shooters and hunters with an accurate rifle that won’t break the bank. A sliding-plate extractor provides case removal from the chamber, while the plunger-type ejector propels them through the ejection port. The T/C® COMPASS® UTILITY is designed to provide today’s sport shooters and hunters with an accurate rifle that won’t break the bank. If you are at an office or shared network, you can ask the network administrator to run a scan across the network looking for misconfigured or infected devices. My.308 is too heavy and packs too much of a punch, plus that Remington 700 and it’s Magpul AICS magazine full of hog hate would be on backup incase her shot wasn’t immediately effective. Recognizing that the marketplace had indeed changed, in 2009, T/C introduced the aptly named “Venture,” an undertaking created to appeal to a large (and growing) market segment—frugal rifle buyers who demanded custom-like performance. But, despite its noteworthy features and superb craftsmanship, impressive factory rebates and fortuitous timing—Winchester’s New Haven, Conn., factory closed its doors a year earlier and the new Columbia, S.C., Model 70s weren’t available until 2008—the Icon failed to “strike a chord” with consumers. The company spared no expense in creating its masterpiece, either. Like the Venture, the Dimension borrowed technologies from its predecessors, including: a user-adjustable trigger; a 22" or 24" match-grade, blued, chrome-moly barrel with 5R rifling; and a fluted, full-diameter bolt with three lugs for a 60-degree throw. Thompson/Center Arms™ offers the best in bolt-action rifles, muzzleloaders, hunting accessories, and interchangeable platform guns. The rifle carries an MSRP of just $399, and you can find it on the shelves for less if you shop.Like most bolt guns, the Compass is available in an array of caliber options. Photo courtesy of Thompson/Center Arms. has a 1:9" twist, the 7 mm Rem. Get the American Rifleman Insider newsletter for at-a-glance access to industry news, gear, gun reviews, videos and more—delivered directly to your Inbox. Cloudflare Ray ID: 6365e1c2ecf92b16 Here are the specs for the 308 Winchester model: Model: Thompson Center Compass; Caliber: 308 Win; Barrel length: 22” Overall length: 41” Weight: 7.2 lbs; Capacity: 5+1 magazine; MSRP: $399; It’s certainly giving Savage Axis and Ruger American a run for their money. 9MM.223 / 5.56 45 ACP.22 Long Rifle.22 Win Mag 12 Gauge.308 Winchester 40 S&W.38 Special View All Calibers Ammo By Manufacturer Qualified Professional Ammo Recently Added Ammo By David Maccar. Lastly, the threaded barrel will be a boon for sound suppressor owners. It’s as good a factory trigger as I’ve encountered. For those dire situations, doesn’t it make sense that you’d want to know where the additional round(s) in your rifle would be impacting in relation to the first three? Some specs, such as magazine capacity, barrel length and twist rate, vary a bit according to caliber choice. (Locking Optimized Components) system were immensely innovative; to create a system by which barrels, bolts and magazines can be quickly and, most importantly, safely, swapped by all shooters is astounding. Gone are inordinate amounts of machining, as with the Icon, and unconventional approaches, as with the Dimension—these simply aren’t needed. In addition to serving as the recoil lug, the union of the two ensures consistent positioning of the barreled action within the stock. E-mail your comments/questions about this site to:EmediaRifleman@nrahq.org For questions/comments about American Rifleman magazine, please e-mail:Publications@nrahq.org You can contact the NRA via phone at: NRA Member Programs1-800-672-3888, To advertise on American Rifleman, visit nramediakit.com for more information. This OEM replacement mag stacks rounds in a rotary fashion to minimize size and maximize capacity and are available in many … Only two, three-shot groups were sub-m.o.a., and the overall average was 1.37"—certainly sufficient for big-game hunting, but not LakOrr accuracy, either. Made primarily of polymer, the Compass rifle’s magazine is of the rotary style and is detachable. The composite-stocked firearm comes in a … According to T/C Arms, the Compass is guaranteed to provide minute-of-angle (m.o.a.) Note that the action is held in the synthetic stock by two screws and that the stock itself is fitted with two metal QD sling swivel studs. The three grooves that contribute to the latter’s appearance are to improve purchase, but contribute little in doing so. Additionally, the bolt and safety designs are user-friendly and thoughtfully designed, and it has great balance for freehand shooting. That “heading” was the release of another bolt-action rifle, the Compass. Thompson/Center Arms has created an economical bolt-action called the Compass that may well be the catalyst on which the company’s future and reputation ride. Gun Reviews. By Randy Wakeman. With the Model 70-style wing safety on the right, the left side of the receiver is clean save for the contrasting bolt release, which lies in a recess in the stock. Borrowed from the Venture is a blued, steel receiver machined from round bar stock—a simple, effective and inexpensive manufacturing practice. The T/C Compass Utility is designed to provide today's sport shooters and hunters with an accurate rifle that wont break the bank. Firing occurred from a bench with a sandbag supporting the rear of the rifle and a Harris bipod beneath the front. Performance & security by Cloudflare, Please complete the security check to access. and 6.5 Creedmoor—the new Thompson/Center Compass II Compact incorporates nearly every technical advancement in bolt-action rifles devised to date. The forward position is “fire.” There is a cocking indicator to show when the bolt’s striker is cocked. Be sure to like and share!Music: http://www.purple-planet.com Regardless, switch-barrel bolt-actions don’t appeal to many Americans except for cartridge tinkerers (myself included)—an exceedingly small segment of the market—and the gun’s unusual lines turned off most potential buyers. In this instance, the Compass appeared not to be a huge fan. • My favorite feature is the out of the box accuracy with premium ammo. Built to perform a job! Thompson Center Compass Rifle. Concerning rates of twist, one choice stood out to me; whereas the 7 mm-08 Rem. Read on. The three-position, Model 70-style wing safety is on the rear of the bolt. Maintaining profit margins at a level required to remain “in the black”—while also satiating shoppers—is a perilous balancing act. Wednesday, September 7, 2016. A New DirectionBy circumstance or choice, American consumers have changed; at no price point is inferior performance permitted. For me, the Dimension’s drastically different design conjures black-and-white images of a Frankenstein-like laboratory in which the Encore, Icon, Venture and a landscaper’s bush axe (see the buttstock) were united via electricity provided by a bolt of lightning—undeniably radical. I have found this to be true of the Icon, Venture and Dimension rifles that I’ve tested. Second up was Federal Premium’s TBT, which, according to my own past testing, either performs well or not depending on the rifle. The barrel attaches to a steel extension, and a torque collar secures it in place. The trigger was user-adjustable, and the stock was fashioned from a durable polymer fitted with attractive and functional inserts. The last load I used was an “economy” option, Herter’s Select Grade Brass Case SPCE. The do-all, no-frills rifle from Thompson/Center™. I think so. How this ultra affordable, feature-rich bolt gun performed on a Wyoming prognhorn hunt. The one-piece bolt handle/knob is different, to say the least. With the perfect load and in moderate climate (remember the temperature), I do believe that the Compass is capable of consistent sub-m.o.a. Granted, the price of the rifle must be taken into account, too, and the stock does serve its purpose. Unsurprising to even the most novice gun buyer, the economically priced Compass wears a utilitarian synthetic stock. Be the first to review “Thompson/Center Arms Compass Utility, 308 Win, 21.625″ Barrel, 3-9×40 TC Scope, Blued/Black Composite, 5-rd – Thompson/Center Arms 13160” Cancel reply. The TC Compass has proven itself a sub-MOA shooter at the range and a capable hunting rifle in the field. They’re both functional and unappealing. Latest. Your IP: 94.130.36.41 The steel bolt’s full-diameter body affords smoother cycling, whereas the three-lug design reduces bolt lift to 60 degrees for improved scope clearance. Moreover, it has an undeniable “cheap” feel to it. Building on a heritage of accurate, affordable firearms - from a trusted American brand. Threaded into the receiver is a 22" (standard) or 24" (magnum) free-floating, blued steel barrel. for this very reason. The T/C Compass Utility is a more “no-frills” option that is offered with a 21.625-inch 5R barrel in chamberings that include .223, 243, 6.5CM, .270, and .308. You may need to download version 2.0 now from the Chrome Web Store. Unlike its brethren, though, the Dimension’s receiver is machined from lightweight 7075 aluminum. On the left rear of the receiver is the bolt-release lever, which mimics that of the Icon, and the words “T/C Compass” are emblazoned on the receiver’s side. The TC Compass is a cheap and somewhat unremarkable rifle priced at just $349. Its design ensures headspacing is accurate. OUT OF STOCK (0) Thompson Center COMPASS II COMPACT .308 Winchester PKG. The Thompson/Center Compass ranked No. Is it a contender? Let the journey begin. Thompson Center COMPASS UTILITY 270WIN 22 PKG ... Thompson Center COMPASS UTL BA 30-06 Scope. The design of the rifle’s trigger is more “open” than modular and allows for user adjustment of pull weight. In terms of its feel and appearance, it ranks exceptionally low in my book. Other entry-level bolt guns to consider are the tack-drivings Tikkas, or, if your really short on cash, get a sub-MOA Thompson Center Compass like mine. Depending on configuration and finish, today they’re priced from $537 to $638—too costly to compete in the realm for which they were created. • That’s nitpicking, I know. The author, an experienced rifleman, found it to be as good as any he’s tested. Trials And TribulationsNine years ago, T/C Arms’ Rochester, N.H., plant began production of the Icon, a decidedly different direction for a company that primarily specialized in muzzleloaders and modular, single-shot handguns and rifles. No high paced music. Thompson/Center Arms’ reputation for creating unconventional and well-made arms is deserved; in fact, the company was established on a break-action, single-shot pistol with barrel interchangeability—the Contender. T/C® COMPASS® II is a feature-rich rifle that is packed with value. The unit is user-adjustable (with directions provided), though the test rifle’s trigger didn’t require any; it broke at 3 lbs., 12 ozs., with no creep and minimal overtravel. 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