I was looking to purchase a new Thompson Center Venture rifle in .270 and called around to get some prices. An associate at dicks said they are pulling these rifles and will no longer sell them. I was just curious if this was because of a quality issue with T/C or if Dicks wasn't selling enough of them. I thought the venture would be a decent rifle that wouldn't break the bank. Any thoughts.

Haven't heard of any issues with the Venture, perhaps someone here can let us know

Well i finally found out what it was. There is a recall, guess i will keep looking around at other rifles for the time being.

Here is a link to the recall:
http://www.skinnymoose.com/hornoutdoors/...-venture-rifle/

Take a look at the Marlin xs7

Will do that. Im also waiting to hear some reviews on the new Vanguard series 2.

Tikka T3... You won't be sorry!

PLUS 1

I have had a Venture and a T3, IMHO I liked the T3 but the Venture shot better. I would have no qualms buying another Venture at all, best shooting rifle I have ever owned that was under $500.

The recall is like for rifles made in a 4 month production window, you can send them back and they will replace or fix them. It isn't even a safety issue it is a tolerance issue on the firing pin.

Potential unintended discharge sure sounds like a "safety issue" to me?

IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE - November 7, 2011
PRODUCT:
Thompson Center Venture Rifle


http://www.texashuntingforum.com/forum/u...gs_#Post2147882

To my knowledge there have not been any unintended discharges linked to this. During a quality reviewthey found the issue on a run of guns. Saying there is a potential is the legal way for them to cover their rears. At least they don't dance around the issue like Remington does.

True and are working to correct the potentiall issue in a timely manner. I have several TC Products and enjoy every one. Sold an ICON earlier this year that was really a fine rifle jsut edundant for what is already in the safe. I do not own a Venture but if looking for a new rifle this would not stop me from buying one. I would just make sure the Inspection has been completed on it

I agree.... T/C is on top of this issue instead of hiding from it. Don't let the Recall Notice freak you out..... T/C is a great company and American made!

With the problem production period of August 1, 2011 to October 28, 2011 and the recall starting no more than a week after that; I consider this a positive note on the company. Most major manufacturers have had problems with various production runs and models, but I doubt many have been that fast on a recall and I am sure there are some that never had a recall but should have.

OK-How about this? You don't ignore warnings or make assumptions either.



November 14, 2011
Smith & Wesson Broadens Thompson Center Venture Recall


PRODUCT: ALL Thompson Center Venture Rifles manufactured prior to October 28, 2011.

DESCRIPTION OF THE HAZARD: During an internal technical review, Smith & Wesson identified a condition that may exist with the sear supplied with some rifles that would allow the rifle to fire without the trigger being pulled. In the interest of consumer safety, we are initiating this recall to allow for the prompt inspection and, if necessary, the repair of each rifle.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT INVOLVED: This broadens the recall announced by Smith & Wesson on November 8, 2011. This recall applies to ALL Venture rifles manufactured prior to October 28, 2011. To determine if your rifle is affected, please reference the serial number list located at www.smith-wesson.com/venturerecall or by calling Smith & Wesson directly at
1-800-713-0356. If your serial number does not fall within the list of affected serial numbers, your rifle is not part of this recall.

REMEDY/ACTION TO BE TAKEN: STOP USING YOUR RIFLE. Any unintended discharge of a firearm has the potential to cause injury or death, and we ask that you stop using your rifle until we have an opportunity to inspect the sear to make certain that there is no condition which will allow the rifle to fire without the trigger being pulled. To facilitate the inspection and, if necessary, repair of your rifle, please contact Smith & Wesson's customer service department to receive instructions and a prepaid return label for the return of your rifle to Smith & Wesson. When you return your rifle to Smith & Wesson, be sure to attach the completed information card received from Smith & Wesson, so that your rifle can be returned to you as quickly and efficiently as possible.

VERIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION: When your rifle is returned, you should note a punch dot on the trigger assembly. See the photograph below. This punch dot is confirmation that your sear has been inspected and the hazard has not been found or has been corrected. When your rifle sear is returned, you should also note a red checkmark on the label on the outside of your box. See the photograph above. This checkmark is further confirmation that your sear has been inspected and the hazard has not been found or has been corrected.

Guess I need to return my Venture, will get right on that. Kudos to T/C for being so reactive. Still the best shooting bolt action I have ever paid less than $500 for.