TC Compass .308 Hands-On: From Unboxing to 600 Yards

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TC Compass .308 Hands-On: From Unboxing to 600 Yards

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7 жыл бұрын

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In this video I to in-depth and hands-on with the TC Compass including a full unboxing, setup, chrono'ing loads, 100 yard groups, taking the Compass to 600 yards, and trying out a supressor. The TC Compass is a great rifle at an amazing price point! Be sure to read the full write-up, and stay tuned for more related stories!
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@smdftb8495 3 жыл бұрын

I have it in .270 Win and I love it. Quality, accurate rifle at a GREAT price.

@simonchristenson2912 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible rifle, I bought it a few years back and dropped a deer at 600yrds with it later that year. Most accurate reliable deer rifle I have ever owned.

@Riqrob 2 жыл бұрын

I use 110 gr for coyotes, 180 grain lead and trail boss for subsonics. 180 grain for deer and elk. Only rifle I need.

@sbhcmcc 3 жыл бұрын

Great review man. I bought my daughter this rifle in .243 and I have to admit that I’m a gun snob but dude this thing shoots laser beams and she took a nice buck and a doe with it her first season hunting at 11 years old

@wes326 9 ай бұрын

I have one in .270 and it shoots 3/4" at 100 yards with Rem Core Lokt and Federal Fusion 130 grain. Thanks for the review.

@nac24444 7 жыл бұрын

Great review thanks for a no frills overview of what this rifle can do for the price point in the hands of a good rifleman.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marcus!

@darcyd1886 6 жыл бұрын

I was most impressed by brass going in the bin

@andrewmuir7591 6 жыл бұрын

Best part of the video 7:05-7:55 he made 2 shells into the bucket last one almost made it lol clearly an avid reloader

@Ultimatereloader 6 жыл бұрын

@baraj062 3 жыл бұрын

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@downeck78 3 жыл бұрын

dude can shoot

@baraj062 3 жыл бұрын

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@baraj062 3 жыл бұрын

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@jorgecruztrevizo5606 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. You sold me on it. Picking one up tomorrow for $235!

@wooddawg4868 6 жыл бұрын

It’s amazing how some manufacturers try to justify the pricing on their guns here in late 2017. TC COMPASS proves that the manufacturer process can be high end without the high cost. What you pay for is what you get applies to some things. Gun barrells are made by everyone using the same equipment moreless but they want to charge extra

@danieldotter6077 3 жыл бұрын

Love my TC compass in 308. It can do most anything a much more expensive rifle can. That said, fit, finish, and overall feel are definitely behind say a Tikka or Bergara... To be expected obviously. The bolt has some definite slop during manipulation, but it is tight in lockup, which is what really matters. Really can't go wrong with this. I got it on sale and with a rebate, plus a Vortex Crossfire 3-9x scope for just under $300. It feels good to have something I can lug around and hunt with without caring about dinging it up.

@buffalobill3504 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a budget target shooter/reloader with a T/C Compass II in .223. Shooting around 3/4 moa and think I can get it down to 1/2 moa. My only issue is with the magazine. Tends to pop loose sometimes if I'm not careful. Relatively minor issue I can work with. Bigger issue was the lips on the polymer mag wore down enough after around 200 rounds that the rounds would not feed. To T/C's credit a couple of emails to them resulted in a replacement magazine at no cost to me and no hassle. Great customer service!

@MrTacklebury 2 жыл бұрын

I love mine. I have a 7mm Rem. Mag. and I put it in a Boyd's featherweight stock and I put a 20MOA EGW scope base on it instead of the factory. I also installed a muzzle break and it's a very smooth shooter so far. With the 20 moa mount, I am planning to zero at 350 and should be good out to 1500 with my loads. I'm shooting 175gr. Accubond LR bullets over Reloader22. Hoping to get into a 1000 meter shoot this spring, if they don't cancel it this year.

@cavscout62 4 жыл бұрын

I have one in .243Win and I’ve been very pleased with its performance in every way.😎

@joshmason1003 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got one in .243 also,have you had any problems with flyers? It’s like not as accurate as I thought it would be

@johnganshow5536 3 жыл бұрын

Just ordered a Venture 2 with weathershield, looking forward to trying out the new trigger and accuracy in 243..

@Antoninorosetta 5 жыл бұрын

I've been looking at the Compass and it's a beautiful rifle. I've got a Browning bolt action in .308 and it shoots a 3/4 moa at 100 yards. I use 150 gr. Remington green box and I've never had to shoot a deer twice. I love the .308 round, because it's so accurate with just off the shelf ammo. I'm thinking of buying a Compass in .243 cal. , Looking at your video, I'm convinced now to go ahead and buy one, which is in my price range. Thanks for a great video!!! You've sold me!!

@buckskinz 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info ..i got the 300 win 270 30-06 6.5 and 338 in t.c compass.. To good of deal on em to pass up. Haven't even unboxed em yet had an for almost a year. Can't wait now

@marknice5480 5 жыл бұрын

This time last year, I purchased 3 of these rifles for about $200 each, taking advantage of the $75 factory rebate and free shipping from Sportsman's Outdoors. I first bought the 7mm Rem Mag to compete with my son-in-laws model 700. Very impressive bolt and action. I topped it off with glass, range fired it, and bought two more. I have this firearm now in 7mm Rem Mag, 7mm-08, and 204 Ruger. I figured for the price, I'd put Boyd stocks on them and dress them up a bit. Not recommended but I also completely removed one of the two nuts on the trigger adjustment screw. Wow ! Cut my trigger pull in half. It was crisp to begin with but heavier than I personally prefer. I did a crude safety check buy banging the rifle butt on a table and the trigger held tight. My only complaint about these rifles is I wished the barrels were a wee bit heavier as they will heat up quickly after about 10 rounds. Nice job on the review Gavin !!

@brucer81 5 жыл бұрын

What is not to like about that rifle. I purchased but have not yet received (CA 10 day waiting period) a Mauser M18 in .308 and can't wait to zero it and test its accuracy. Mauser guarantees sub MOA. We will see. I paired it with a Vortex/Diamondback Tactical 4x-16x 44. Not as inexpensive as the TC but it's a "Mauser"!!! I very much enjoy your videos. Especially your recent series on reloading. I have reloaded pistol cartridges in the past and want to start reloading .308. Thank you and keep up the great work! Always very interesting, entertaining and most of all informative. I don't know how you find time to do anything else. I love your mountain enclave. Especially the workshop. I'm appropriately jealous.

@WhiteOak09 Жыл бұрын

I love mine , 5 shots with norma 150 elk and you can almost cover the shot group with a nickle.

@davidfriesen9512 3 жыл бұрын

Hi man. I'm really liking what I'm observing of the compass. It seems to have everything that a complete hunting rifle should be compromised of. Thank you for the demonstration

@sailingstonerose 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Gavin, I picked up a Compass II in 6.5 Creedmoor and they have improved the trigger since you made this video. I am picky about what I shoot and the Compass shoots WAY ABOVE it's price point. In fact, I took it out hunting this year and left my go-to hunting rifle in the safe. I would say it is a great beginner rifle, but it shoots better than my other 6.5 that costs more than 10x, so it is not just for beginners.

@SouthernJohn16 Жыл бұрын

Now that it's been 6 years, and lots of different rifle releases since this TC, would you be willing to do another video on it to see if it still meets expectations in comparison to other rifles? Thanks!

@stuna101a 7 жыл бұрын

This exact rifle new is $208 with rebate right now. For sale all over the place. 7/21/17

@MyLonewolf25 6 жыл бұрын

stuna101a where at? I can’t find any sub 275

@stuna101a 6 жыл бұрын

MyLonewolf25 sportsman's Outdoor super store is where I got mine. It is $274.99 plus you get a $75 rebate. For the .308 Go to here: for the $75 rebate www.tcarms.com/rebates Plus free shipping So it's cheaper right now(10/2017) then before www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/products2.cfm/ID/176409/10074/thompson-center-compass-308-win-bolt-action-rifle

@kenjelinek9686 7 жыл бұрын

have had my Dillon equipment for over a year getting all parts and brass etc needed, will be using your info , very informative keep up the good work

@davisgunner6687 6 жыл бұрын

After the recall the triggers come 5.5 lbs and not adjustable > There is a way to fix that for under ten bucks. In any caliber offered they are crazy accurate and reliable. With a compensator it is easy on the shooter and FUN to shoot.

@jameshuggins4006 3 жыл бұрын

what fix cost $10? i love the gun, but would like a lighter trigger.

@robs9574 4 жыл бұрын

This vid made my day! I was worried I screwed up going with the Compass vs the American. Thank you👍

@carlschnackel3051 2 жыл бұрын

I was even more impressed with the suppressor. The last shot (at the rocks) sounded like a .22. My .308's always had an ear splitting "POW".

@hermestrismegistus9603 7 жыл бұрын

Gotta love that Younger Dryas, flood-carved terrain out in Washington...

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Agree. Guys on the West side ask me "Wow where can I shoot out to 1000 yards???" - it's easy in Central/Eastern WA!

@easttexan2933 4 жыл бұрын

Recently purchased a TC Compass in 6.5CM on the used market at a gun show in the Houston area. I paid $200 for it with no scope. I installed a Pentax Pioneer 4.5-14x42 and took off for the range. Shot 3 shot groups with 3 different brands of ammo. Hornady 129gr Interlock, Winchester 130gr Power Points, and Remington 140gr Cor-Lok PSP. The Winchester PP's sucked terribly. The Interlocks shot just above 1MOA but the Remi green box shot .6MOA. The rifle shot the best groups with the thread protector removed. I highly recommend this rifle. I killed a cull buck with it on the ranch opening day 11/2. No tracking involved. I wasn't surprised. I've been shooting a custom 6.5x55 Swede for nearly 20 years so I was very familiar with how well this bullet performs on whitetails.

@eaznutts5714 4 жыл бұрын

I did this same exact test with the 308 compass i just picked up. Loaded some 150 gr speer hot cor with varget, chronoed at 2740, zeroed at 100, went to 600 no problems. I went 10 for 10 on the 12" gong at 600.

@ethika1x977 2 жыл бұрын

does this rifle come with iron sights?

@eaznutts5714 2 жыл бұрын

@@ethika1x977 it does not, comes with front and rear score bases

@matthewwood4983 7 жыл бұрын

Thumbs up!!!!!!!!!!! Watched to see what kind of review you would give the Compass. Recently bought one in .30-06 cal finally had good weather to shoot it with new scope, and was very happy to hear it sing!!!!!!!!!!! Accuracy on that day wasn't my goal all though where my hits were to target weren't bad very close infact. Have since added a bipod, sling to compliment the rifle. Waiting for better weather to check and sight new optic!!!!!!! MW in Idaho.

@timothyoneill1515 5 жыл бұрын

Matthew, what bipod did you go with?

@SargesAdventures 6 жыл бұрын

Good review.... Small World, I was born and raised in the Yakima Valley; have not been back in over 15 years. Use to camp in Wenatchee often.

@Ultimatereloader 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, just over Blewett Pass :)

@chiliprepper7678 6 жыл бұрын

I got my TC 308. Like it too. Maybe. A 6.5 Creedmore and a 300 Win mag too.

@Ultimatereloader 6 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@tylertylerdurden194 5 жыл бұрын

Just purchased one in 6.5 from Ruaral King for $269.99 cant wait to start shooting

@sparkie259 7 жыл бұрын

Ordered mine in 243 Win from Sportsman's Guide and received it Friday. It came with a cheap Sun scope for $298 delivered. (including Transfer) Minus of course the $75 rebate. Took it to the range today. The cheap Sun scope wouldn't completely focus but I still shot a 1.02" group at 100 yards with American Eagle 75 gr JHP's. Not bad for a $223 out the door rifle.

@milo555100 6 жыл бұрын

Well done video. Right up my alley as for subject matter. I like the way you interject action vids during your commentary. Easy to watch. Nice drone shots. Thank you. Liked and subscribed

@thormusique 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks! I'm a lefty, and I noticed that TC does have LH options for their Dimension line, which is slightly higher priced but still reasonable. These rifles do seem really nice for the money.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Didn't know that- good to know, my friend shoots leftie :)

@ronbottacari7676 5 жыл бұрын

Notice there are no eyes blinking with the suppressor at the end. It’s the BANG.

@npc-ej5yz 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your commitment to detail in your channel. I picked up a TC. In 6.5cree can t wait to put some bullets down range

@Ultimatereloader 5 жыл бұрын

Right on!!!! You'll have a lot of fun with it! What optic did you go with?

@cgdrider 2 жыл бұрын

Good Video! I bought my TC Compass in .308 in December 2018 from KYGUNCO and paid $179.68 with the rebate! Almost as good as hitting the lottery!

@usmclee65 6 жыл бұрын

Great job, thank you all the info, my local shop has them on sale for $224.00 with a $50.00 factory rebate.

@Ultimatereloader 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, go get it!

@craig4831 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the honest review!

@davidregan9872 3 жыл бұрын

I could of bought a 6.5 NEW for $199.00 today, but the bolt was sticking a little. I wanted a 308, but I may go get the 6.5!

@hpmacmurray 3 жыл бұрын

Mine came with a match trigger but kinda minamum headspace. Super accurate with jacketed and cast. Just needs a wood stock and a normal bolt handle- oops, model 700.

@johngoodell2775 5 жыл бұрын

That chronograph attachment is going to alter barrel harmonics

@sawyere2496 4 жыл бұрын

One of these in 5.56 for plinking and target shooting

@ericwhitlow7364 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Unbelievable rifle at that price.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and yes: quite a value!

@derekspace 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation. Lots of meaningful content. Good job!

@Ultimatereloader 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Derek!

@Liberty4Ever 7 жыл бұрын

I picked up a Compass in 6.5 Creedmoor and put a 4 to 12 Sightron scope on it. I think I just wanted a different caliber to reload. LOL. Actually my goal is to see if I can't get a half MOA rifle for under $350 for the scope and rifle. I may make a KZfaq video.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome, please share if you do make the video. I think you'll get to that goal! Keep us posted...

@FxckingFiend 6 жыл бұрын

These have a 75 dollar rebate till dec. 1st. Can't beat that.

@mrhaggin429 7 жыл бұрын

Seriously considering buying one of these. The only thing holding me back is that there is no aftermarket stocks available. Would love this rifle in a Bell and Carlson or at least a Boyds stock.

@LuisRodriguez-nv8dv 4 жыл бұрын

Just ordered one for 240 from bass pro in 30-06 without a scope tho but I do have an extra scope laying around. If it outshoots my axis it will be my main deer rifle

@ernestbyford8826 3 жыл бұрын

This has been very helpful on the upcoming purchase. Thanks.

@johnsonoutdoors8117 2 жыл бұрын

I got this as my first gun four years ago it’s a great gun

@cpsclan2447 3 жыл бұрын

Just got one for Christmas Looking for a nice scope and a muzzle brake to put on it

@rtm1118 7 жыл бұрын

you just made me buy one. just picked up one for $225 with the rebate. free shipping. went 6.5 creedmoor.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Good call man, and 1:8 twist will treat you well!

@MyLonewolf25 6 жыл бұрын

Where did you find it for 225 with rebate!!? Lowest I’ve seen is 275

@j5689 6 жыл бұрын

Look on KY Gun Co and they offer them for just under $200 after the rebate. Here's the 6.5 Creedmoor version but they have others too: www.kygunco.com/Product/View?ItemNo=123292

@nimst3 6 жыл бұрын

This rifle is awesome. Totally getting one of these next time I see one either in .308 or 6.5 creedmoor.

@surviveitforbeginner 4 жыл бұрын

I bought one and am disappointed with my trigger I haven't put a gauge on it but it has to be 8 plus lb trigger pull, ordered a trigger spring kit today hopefully it'll make a difference

@MattofManyTrades 4 жыл бұрын

I WISH I could drop them in the bin like that. I tend to grovel in the dirt for 10 minutes looking for "that last case."

@iandavidwolfe 7 жыл бұрын

Great review! I've been very interested in this rifle. Thanks for sharing!

@seeratlasdtyria4584 6 жыл бұрын

Just a suggestion, but if you begin your shooting over and train yourself to NOT blink, when you pull the trigger, you should increase YOUR accuracy substantially. Look at the video, you blink violently every shot. This usally is evidence of having shot too strong of cartridges too soon in your learning progression, and learning to anticipate recoil, and unconsciously 'flinch'. You should eyeball your target clear through the shot. Any sports figure will tell you the same thing whether Tennis, football, soccer, etc. anything requiring hitting something, watch your target clear through impact! Start over with a .22 and concentrate on NOT blinking until you eliminate it. Then move up in caliber slowly, again CONCENTRATE on seeing your target clear through impact. Eventually you will quit the blinking and become a far more accurate and composed shooter. :) (advice from former mil qualified 'expert' shooter and instructor). Same thing applies to you 'pistoleros' out there.

@Ultimatereloader 6 жыл бұрын

Been working on that very thing- thanks!

@mikesimpson7748 6 жыл бұрын

You should be shooting 5 shot groups just to verify velocities and accuracy aren't flukes

@chevy6299 7 жыл бұрын

Try that straight out of the box Savage Axis !!!

@chevyon37s 3 жыл бұрын

😂 the axis is the worst gun over ever owned.

@ivyleague3224 5 жыл бұрын

Damn now i gotta get 1 of those. Thanks man 4 taking the time

@timberg7377 5 жыл бұрын

I'm not a rifle guy, I know nothing, but I'm looking at getting one soon, I was looking at this one and the Savage Axis 11; all I'm going to do is deer and maybe bear hunt.. I would love any advice you can give me. Thanks so much.

@kelleenmurray1689 4 жыл бұрын

I got a new savage axis n .308 n I haven't got it to group after 2 boxes of shells 150 -180 grain federal n Remington, vortex scope. I'm regretting buying this rifle, shouldn't have any problem w any rifle grouping shots, kinda wish I'd bought this one instead,all reviews are really good. By the way you can't go wrong w the 30.06, you can find that ammo anywhere

@dufus2273 4 жыл бұрын

how did you handle the trigger recall? The gun is Made by Smith and Wesson. An extra magazine is about 40 bucks and its plastic.

@HuberLawn 6 жыл бұрын

What muzzle brake did you use? I know there's all different types and different price ranges and different effectiveness of the device. Your input would be good so I didn't have to spend a lot of money to find one that worked well. Thanks

@samwatts007 7 жыл бұрын

Very nice review. I'm considering buying this rifle for deer hunting etc... I will also get the suppressor as well.

@jacklucas7265 7 жыл бұрын

Good review. The test is ten more unbiased reviews to be sure of consistency from sample to sample. As I am sure you are aware the sample variations in the Ruger American line varies greatly from excellent to dismal. Best regards.

@tommiewilliams1383 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this honest review.

@gunsaccessories8853 6 жыл бұрын

Dang good review! Thank for the no nonsense approach. Top shelf.

@Ultimatereloader 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks man.

@jakehoskins4444 3 жыл бұрын

Im going elk hunting in the backcountry in october and id like to have your opinion. I have this rifle in 308. I was considering using this rifle out west and hope to take a shot out to 600 on an elk. Or I was going to pick up a Bergara HMR in 6.5 Creedmoor with the athlon Ares. Is this necessary especially with the weight difference being 2-3.5lbs heavier on the bergara. I am currently getting around .5 to .75moa on the TC. Love your Channel Btw!

@justaregularguy3827 4 жыл бұрын

can anyone tell me the barrel type or thickness like heavy medium or sporter(light) i want one but not if the barrel starts to move after like 30 to 50 rounds

@ETuss713 4 жыл бұрын

Sporter. I picked one up, popped on a Primary Arms 4-14 FFP scope, installed a magpul ms1, all done for just over $400. Thats a great value, even if you dont get a bull barrel, it is threaded though.

@justaregularguy3827 4 жыл бұрын

@@ETuss713 yeah looking to do 100 to 150 rounds a range trip or other ...activites without much group size increase

@mtnshooter2487 4 жыл бұрын

There coming after the AR. What makes you think there not coming for a magnazine fed bolt gun next

@falkaabi66 2 жыл бұрын

The shooting at the shooting range was great. Please let me know what kind of camera it was taken from. Thanks a lot . Your videos are very helpful to me

@0one1two3five8 7 жыл бұрын

Gavin, the video makes it look like you close your eyes on each shot.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

I saw that- I blink when the rifle goes off... :)

@kevinthorrington2131 4 жыл бұрын

Won't the harmonics be changed with the chrono hanging off the barrel? It seems to me the chrono on the barrel will give you problems at 600.

@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill 7 жыл бұрын

Ive been unimpressed with T/C for awhile. I have no experience with their bolt guns though, only muzzleloaders. Seems ever since S&W took T/C over they been going down hill. Kinda like Remington did Marlin. They used to be top notch, its too bad. CVA seems to be the better option now in muzzleloading.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

I've only tried the Compass in terms of TC, and it's a great gun.

@EternalRecursion 7 жыл бұрын

I have two T/C Icons, one in .308 and one in .243. They are each very fine and extremely accurate rifles, originally designed to be hybrid hunter/tactical rifles. I really like the 60 degree bolt throw, and the action is tight and precise (I swapped out the butter knife handles, which I don't like, for ball end), the trigger is first rate, and the 5R rifling makes these rifles nearly custom in their accuracy. I tell you this to say, S&W discontinued the Icon for cost reasons (I guess they weren't selling well), but came out with the Venture, Dimension and Compass, all of which retain most of the features that make the Icon what I consider a superior rifle. I have not shot any of the S&W iterations, but every review I have seen or read reports they are fine rifles, and bargains at their respective price points. Also, the Venture has sold enough that there are now aftermarket wood and laminate stocks available from Boyds Gun Stocks.

@wooddawg4868 6 жыл бұрын

How do you go downhill making bolt guns?

@mikewest712 6 жыл бұрын

I agree. I remember watching hunting shows when i was a kid and Thompson center was often regarded as high quality and precision.

@inferno_pheonix2176 5 жыл бұрын

I have the T/C Venture in .30-06 and it is a beautiful shooter. Even using factory 165 grain Remington core Loct ammo it gives me 1 MOA. I strongly recommend taking a look at the T/C bolt action rifles.

@paulquiroz4070 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there... great video.... Question, what muzzle breake are you using for this fifle? Where can I get one? Thank you in advance....

@j5689 6 жыл бұрын

If you're looking to take it out further than 600 yards, I just found out that a company called EGW offers both 0 & 20 MOA picatinny scope mounts for the Compass to replace the weaver mounts it comes with. The aftermarket is slowly but surely growing for this rifle! Here's the compatible Short Action 20 MOA if you're interested: www.egwguns.com/scope-mounts-rings/t/c-venture-compass-short-action-picatinny-scope-mount-20-moa-ambidextrous/

@Timberdam Жыл бұрын

Great Review !! So what do you think would be the one thing you could do to this rifle to get to ,5 MOA ? Is it possible? I'm wondering if up grading stock or a chasis since the stock seems like the weakest link to me. IDK Great budget rifle , this review was 6 years ago , So maybe the newest version shoots .5 ? I'l have to look for current reviews

@dubv6902 6 жыл бұрын

Great review!!!!! Thank you for sharing.

@Ultimatereloader 6 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@Ladysman_217 2 жыл бұрын

I know this is an old video but have you or anybody else in these comments run 7.62 NATO rounds through this rifle? I have the .308 but Thompson Center recommends only shooting 308 Winchester rounds with no explanation why.

@Me2Lancer 4 жыл бұрын

Great review and great shooting!

@jacketprideable 4 жыл бұрын

More reviews like this please.

@willykanos1044 7 жыл бұрын

Looks like a copy of the Ruger American rifle - right down to the detachable rotary magazine. They shoot well, too. The Ruger bedding blocks are more elaborate than pillar bedding so there is that difference. I also noticed you close your eyes. It looks like an intentional move because you hold them closed for a moment. The other shooter - Jim - looked like he had trouble attaining a cheek weld but you did not. Interesting.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

At first sight they seem very similar, but there are some important differences- the base Ruger American Rifle MSRP is $50. more, and doesn't include 5R Rifling, the threaded muzzle, or the scope bases- a key feature in my book. Ruger does offer the "American Predator" which has the threaded muzzle and scope bases, but the MSRP is $100. more at $499. Having said that, I'm curious to try the American Rifle as well, looks like a great package.

@matrix1171 7 жыл бұрын

i got american in 30-06 lefthanded and it came with scope bases . i wish it had the threaded muzzle though . and i paid less the 399 for it also . it was like 850 something with rings and a nikon 3x9x50

@anthonycagle8619 3 жыл бұрын

I got one question on that Thompson can you put a tactical buttstock on that and how much it's going to cost with a tactical stock do you have to get a Thompson tactical stock to put on that

@xXGhostOrtizXx 4 жыл бұрын

Why did you close your eyes after each shot?

@CircleBrewery 5 жыл бұрын

How is the stability of heavier bullets 165,168,175,178, 180 grain bullets with 1:12 twist ?

@davisgunner6687 5 жыл бұрын

The only fail on this rifle is the stock and trigger.. Trigger fix is a simple spring.. The factory had a good one to strt but it failed drop est.. The second is fill the hollow stock with 2 part commercial structural foam.. well worth the price. ( Tikka does this ). Bed the rifle to take advantage of the poor az pillars they installed. and file away as much fore-end as possible as it is quite wonky. Or, spend the money for a better stock but I am cheap and only have $107.00 in each gun I own as I took advantage of the rebate and Cabelas discounts through retain me not when the Compass first came out. Word of caution- DO NOT USE foam from home stores.. it is shit.

@davisgunner6687 5 жыл бұрын

retail me not has discount has both discount "gift cards and a section where if you go through then there may be a greater discount- well worth the effort as I got FIVE-5 for 535.00 plus retail tax.. OMG And I Posted for others . and a few followed.. it was dang near free..

@gunman-6646 10 ай бұрын

Mine is awesome! It's in .300 win mag

@joekennedy8843 6 жыл бұрын

This video just made me want to go buy a few different cals from tc with the price.

@ryansternod6526 4 жыл бұрын

Love that bolt

@selfdaringmike4169 7 жыл бұрын

What about a howa m1500 there awesome rifles for the money worth reviewing

@jonsmith3574 7 жыл бұрын

michael moreno best kept secret in rifles. Hands down best bang for the buck. Same as Weatherby vanguard, smith and Wesson model 1500 of the past. All made by Howa with cold hammer forged barrels and outstanding triggers . Amazing how many people overlook these

@mrhaggin429 7 жыл бұрын

I didn't. Love driving tacks with my 7mm-08 Vanguard. I'll be handing it down to my son soon though and might try the T/C Compass. If I had the money, I would be picking up the Howa Alpine Mountain Rifle.

@gregoryjamesaustin 6 жыл бұрын

michael benson love mine. Awesome rifles. They also make Weatherbys.

@ryanehlis426 6 жыл бұрын

i have a 1500 in 243, and picked one up at an auction in 30-06 for my son. very good rifles at a budget.

@edallen5711 6 жыл бұрын

Got the 223 M1500 Varminter, 223 M1500 Game King, 308 M1500 Kryptek, Howa Chasis Rifle in 6.5 and will have the 7.62x39 Mini Action tomorrow. They are fantastic rifles. Shot 1000 yards with the 308. Unfortunately, they closed the range down before I could get out there with the HCR.

@charliehustle2591 6 жыл бұрын

Great review, thank you.

@waylongroves200 6 жыл бұрын

+gavintoobe So, what was the default setting for the pull weight of the trigger? Sorry if I missed it in your excellent video.

@davidteague5461 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the answers !

@nicholashelms2395 5 жыл бұрын

I want one! Went and shot a .308 for my first time and hit a 200 meter target my first shot never hit it again I think I got a little too trigger happy only rifle I shot before a 308 was a 22 now I want a 308 so I can get really good at long range shots

@j5689 7 жыл бұрын

Have you tried any heavier bullets with the Compass? A lot of people are displeased when they find out it has a 1:12 twist for the .308 model but I'm wondering if it really makes that much of a difference or not.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Not yet, sounds like a good experiment!

@StrBADCyperIgwt 6 жыл бұрын

gavintoobe Could you please tell me what type and where you bought your front bi pod for the rifle, Thanks, nice shooting.

@xxxarmycop 5 жыл бұрын

@@StrBADCyperIgwt He said it was a Harris....very common, good pods...run around 100 bucks...Amazon has em

@CircleBrewery 5 жыл бұрын

Curious too but maybe 5R makes the twist have more stability I don’t know

@853pipelife 4 жыл бұрын

Question, why do you close your eyes when shooting, kinda dangerous no?

@jackcrilly2861 7 жыл бұрын

looks like a Ruger american clone but we know that TC sands for quality, great first review you're reloading videos are a monumental help to anyone new to reloading thanks.

@Ultimatereloader 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jack! As noted in another comment, threaded muzzle at this price point is one big difference!

@jackcrilly2861 7 жыл бұрын

Amen to the threaded muzzle, I scored a Gen 2 Ruger precision rifle in 6.5 last week for $1102.89 so I followed you're series on the rifle and the load work up... next up an Athlon optics ffp scope, All the best .