Thompson Center Encore ProHunter Barrel Features The Thompson Center Arms Encore ProHunter Barrel in .30-06 Springfield is fluted along its 26 length a process that removes material to reduce weight while still preserving the rigidity needed for consistent accuracy. A matte blued finish gives the barrel classic good looks while providing a reasonable degree of corrosion resistance for field use. Every ProHunter barrel is test fired at the factory at 100 yards to verify it meets Thompson Center s accuracy standards before it ever reaches the customer giving buyers confidence straight out of the box. A 1:10 twist rate is matched to common .30-06 bullet weights for stable accurate flight downrange. This barrel is designed exclusively for Encore series rifles and will not fit Contender or G2 Contender frames so Encore owners can install it without any gunsmithing required. The muzzle is threaded 5/8x24 allowing the direct addition of a muzzle brake compensator or suppressor for recoil management or sound reduction. Swapping barrels on the Encore platform is a simple tool-free way to add a new caliber option to an existing frame rather than purchasing an entirely new rifle. The Thompson Center Encore ProHunter Barrel is a straightforward factory-verified upgrade for sale at GrabAGun for Encore owners expanding their rifle s capability. Thompson Center Encore ProHunter Barrel Specifications Manufacturer: Thompson Center Model: Encore ProHunter Barrel Compatible Hosts: Encore Rifle Caliber: .30-06 Barrel Finish: Matte Blued Barrel Description: Fluted Barrel Length: 26 Twist Rate: 1:10 Thread Pattern: 5/8x24 Available At: GrabAGun