revpilot

I got this today. It was my dads. I know he got in the 1980's but it doesnt say what model it is. It just says thompson center and 50cal. on the barrel. I was gonna order a new ramrod for it, but i dont know what model it is. I want to clean it up and pass it on to my son someday. Thanks Bob

revpilot

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BigDaddy12t

Sorry I cant help you on what gun it is, but that is really a sharp looking peice.

MountainDevil54

pull the lock, is there a K stamped in there? Could be (Kit) Hawken.

nchawkeye

It's a T/C Hawken, one of the most popular muzzleloaders of all time...

If you can't find a source for a ramrod online, give their customer service a call...

All you need to have is the barrel length, the ramrod is 3/8 diameter...

You might also try Track of the Wolf or Dixie Gun Works...

cayugad

That is a Thompson Center Hawkins .50 caliber with a 28 inch barrel that is 15/16th on the flats. It has a 1-48 twist barrel and will shoot roundball, conical, and in some cases sabots. I would try 90 grains of Pyrodex Rs and a patched .490 roundball. A very nice rifle.

If you want a ramrod, Cain Outdoors sell Super Rods in 28 inches that cannot be broken, you will need a cleaning loading jag, a short starter, and some other things. You have a great rifle for hunting, shooting, and passing down to your son.

Underclocked

Looks like your Dad took very good care of that Hawken.

bronko22000

Well the guys are right. It is definately a T/C Hawken. Have fun with it and keep it clean. If you need help let us know.
Remember to clean it with black powder solvent or hot soapy water. Don't use a solvent for nitro powder.

gregrn43

Looks just like my hawken

deer655

clean it up??? looks like your dad preserved it pretty well