Tc Bbl Encore Prohunter 350Legend 26 Sst Fluted

The Thompson Center Pro Hunter barrel in .350 Legend is a dedicated stainless steel barrel built for the Encore rifle platform. If you're running an Encore and want to add .350 Legend capability—or swap out your current barrel for fresh reliability—this is a straightforward bolt-on solution. At 26 inches, it's a practical length for hunting and target work without excessive weight or unwieldy handling. Fluted along its length, the barrel sheds weight while maintaining rigidity, a design choice that matters when you're hiking to a stand or glassing from a ridge.

Thompson Center backs this barrel with factory test-firing at 100 yards, so it arrives ready to shoot without surprises. The stainless steel construction stands up to weather, moisture, and variable seasons—no special coatings or fussing required. Threading is 5/8-24, standard for Pro Hunter barrels, and installation requires no gunsmithing; this is a drop-in replacement if you already own an Encore.

.350 Legend has become a solid choice for hunters in states with straight-walled cartridge seasons and for those who appreciate mild recoil and efficient terminal ballistics in the woods. This barrel lets you build or modify an Encore for that cartridge without buying a complete new rifle. Fair warning: this barrel is Encore-only; don't try fitting it to a Contender or G2 Contender—the actions aren't compatible.

Key Features

• 26-inch stainless steel barrel—weather-resistant and low-maintenance
• Fluted design reduces weight while preserving strength and accuracy
• Factory test-fired at 100 yards to ensure out-of-box reliability
• 5/8-24 threading for Encore compatibility
• No gunsmithing required—drop-in fit for Encore rifles
• .350 Legend chambering for hunting and target shooting

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this barrel fit my Thompson Center rifle?

This barrel is designed exclusively for the Encore platform. It will not fit Contender or G2 Contender frames. If you own an Encore, installation is straightforward with no gunsmithing.

What is .350 Legend and what is it used for?

The .350 Legend is a straight-walled cartridge popular in states with straight-walled ammunition hunting seasons. It offers mild recoil and effective terminal performance for hunting, and is also shot at the range by accuracy enthusiasts.

Does this barrel come ready to shoot?

Yes. Thompson Center test-fires every Pro Hunter barrel at 100 yards before it ships, so the barrel is already verified for basic accuracy and function when you receive it.

What does the fluting do?

Fluting reduces the barrel's weight while maintaining its rigidity and strength, giving you a lighter, easier-to-handle rifle without sacrificing accuracy or durability.