Thompson Center Front Sight Slave Screws For Muzzleloading Rifles

• Correct fit for T/C muzzleloaders: Made for Thompson Center muzzleloading rifles, these front sight slave screws help keep the sight seated and aligned so the rifle maintains a consistent point of aim.
• Stainless steel construction: The stainless steel build resists corrosion better than plain steel, which matters on black-powder firearms that are often exposed to fouling, moisture, and frequent cleaning.
• Secure front sight attachment: A properly fitted screw set reduces the chance of sight movement under recoil or handling, helping preserve zero and avoid avoidable accuracy shifts in the field.
• Useful spare part for maintenance: Small sight screws are easy to lose during service work, so keeping a replacement pair on hand makes routine repair or sight replacement simpler and faster.
• Compact two-piece pack: The 2-pack gives a matched pair for installation or backup use without adding bulk to a gunsmithing kit or hunting repair pouch.

About the Thompson Center Accessories Series

The Thompson Center Accessories series covers practical support gear and small parts for hunters, shooters, and other outdoor users who run T/C firearms in the field. Rather than focusing on one narrow product type, the series brings together items for carry, transport, and day-to-day firearm upkeep, including accessories for muzzleloader use and related hunting equipment. That broad scope makes the line especially relevant to owners who want factory-matched parts instead of adapting generic hardware.

Within the range, the emphasis is on functional field use and straightforward compatibility with established Thompson Center muzzleloader platforms. Some products support carrying rifles or binoculars, while others address the smaller details that keep a firearm complete and serviceable. In that sense, the series sits as a practical companion to the brand’s hunting firearms rather than as a separate technical product family. For owners of traditional or inline muzzleloaders, these accessories help maintain the rifle’s original configuration, preserve reliable handling, and simplify routine replacement of wear items or easily misplaced hardware.

About the Thompson Center Front Sight Slave Screws For Muzzleloading Rifles

The Thompson Center Front Sight Slave Screws For Muzzleloading Rifles are a small but important maintenance part for keeping a muzzleloader’s iron sight system properly assembled. Designed as front sight slave screws, they support secure attachment of the front sight to the barrel, which is essential for preserving sight alignment and dependable shot placement. On a muzzleloading rifle, even a minor shift at the front sight can translate into a noticeable change downrange, so correct hardware matters more than its size suggests.

This version uses stainless steel, giving the screws better resistance to moisture and residue than untreated steel hardware. That is especially useful on black-powder firearms, where fouling and cleaning routines can be hard on exposed metal parts. The silver finish also suits a replacement role where the goal is a clean, serviceable installation rather than an improvised repair.

As a 2-pack, the set is practical for both installation and backup storage. It suits owners replacing missing screws, restoring a rifle’s original sight setup, or keeping spare parts in a bench kit before hunting season. For shooters who still rely on open sights on their Thompson Center muzzleloading rifles, these screws help maintain the simple but critical connection between the barrel and the front sight assembly.

About Thompson Center

Thompson/Center Arms traces its firearms business to 1967 and is based in Rochester, New Hampshire, United States. The company built its reputation around firearms for hunters, shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts, with a long association with muzzleloaders, black-powder accessories, interchangeable firearm systems, and precision rimfire rifles. Well-known product lines and platforms have included the Triumph muzzleloader and the T/C Encore system.

The brand has also gone through several ownership changes in recent years. Smith & Wesson completed its acquisition of Thompson/Center Arms on January 4, 2007, later announced plans to divest the brand on May 3, 2021, and Gregg Ritz acquired Thompson/Center Arms in 2024. For products such as muzzleloader parts and accessories, Thompson Center remains closely associated with practical hunting firearms and the supporting components needed to keep them in service.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Thompson Center
• Series: Thompson Center Accessories
• Color: Silver

Warranty

2 years. This product is covered by a two-year warranty period.