Lot 393:
Thompson/Center Arms Contender Break-Action Single-Shot Pistol .45 Colt/.410 and .44 Rem Mag with 10 Inch Barrel
Sold for: $1,450
Description
This Thompson/Center Arms Contender is a versatile break-action single-shot firearm system featuring a single serial-numbered frame and two interchangeable barrels. The set includes a mounted 10-inch barrel chambered for .45 Colt and .410 gauge shells, equipped with an external compensator and adjustable rear sight, and a secondary unmounted 10-inch barrel chambered in .44 Rem Mag with an adjustable rear sight. The blued steel frame is decorated with scrollwork engravings and circular vignettes of a cougar on both sides. The extensive furniture collection includes a mounted checkered wood pistol grip and small forend, along with two full-length rifle stocks (one with checkering and one featuring highly figured grain), a long rifle forend, an additional checkered pistol grip, and a spare small forend piece. Key markings include the serial number 3987 on the frame. Barrel markings specify THOMPSON : CENTER ARMS ROCHESTER, N.H. 45 COLT 410 and THOMPSON : CENTER ARMS ROCHESTER, N.H. 44 REM MAG. The lot is accompanied by a padded olive-drab soft carrying case, original manufacturer literature titled T/C 3 GUNS IN ONE, a hang tag matching the serial number, and various small parts including hex keys and a T-handle wrench. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The firearm and components are in good used condition. The blued finish on the frame and barrels shows minor surface wear and light handling marks consistent with use. Some age-related oxidation is present on the small metal tools and mounting hardware. The wood furniture exhibits light scuffing and minor dings to the high-gloss finishes, though the checkering remains well-defined. The action appears to function correctly, though we have not function-tested this firearm.
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