Never had a FTF or FTE with mine, but I've only shot hard ball ammo in it. I bought it used, maybe someone already worked on it. LOL
I know of 2 others that have been reliable to the owners but they are not serious shooters. I am sure there are more than a few out there that run. I have had enough bad luck with ATI/Thompson Auto that I avoid. JMHO peoples. If you have-em and they run.....run-em.