Thompson/Center Arms

Thompson Center Arms known as America’s Master Gunmaker designs and manufactures hunting firearms. MOA guaranteed Bolt-Action rifles, muzzleloaders, single shot rifles and pistols made by T/C can be found at local gun shops and retailers. In 1965, K. W. Thompson Tool was looking for a product to build and a gun designer, Warren Center, was looking for someone to build his Contender® pistol. It was a perfect match. The facilities at K. W. Thompson Tool were expanded and Thompson/Center Arms was formed.

Thompson/Center is not old by historical standards however, in less than 40 years, they have contributed heavily to the growth of shooting and hunting sports in America. We’ve elevated handgun hunting and hunting with a muzzleloader to new heights. Thompson/Center continues to lead the industry through the development of innovative, quality products for sport shooters and hunters worldwide. In 2007 Thompson/Center became part of Smith & Wesson Holdings, Co. and is recognized as Smith & Wesson Hunting.