Original Item: Only One Available. This is a magnificent WWII Thompson M1928A1 Display Gun, built from all original WWII issue Thompson parts on an original BATF compliant non-firing display receiver, making this a 100% legal display Sub-Machine gun. This receiver was created by using portions of the original torch cut demilitarized receiver, which had at least 1/4" material removed per each cut, as required. These portions, including the front barrel bushing, were combined with some new made solid steel portions.

It has properly had a 25% section of the total length completely replaced entirely with solid steel bar stock. Meaning a 1/4 length section of the display receiver is solid steel, making this totally legal to own without a license of any kind. Every part on this display gun is original WWII manufacture other than 25% of the receiver replaced by solid steel. Additionally, an original bolt and actuator have been installed, welded into the forward position as required by the BATF, and other deactivated components may have been included as well. The barrel is live and has not been deactivated.

Original WW2 parts include:
- ATF compliant non-firing receiver - Serial NO.S-510245, indicating production by Savage Firearms, or their Contractor Stevens. There is also a circular GEG cartouche on the barrel bushing, for George E. Goll, a civilian inspector for the Auto-Ordnance Corporation, as well as an ordnance "Flaming Bomb". There are even what look to be possible Cyrillic markings from when many of these were sent to the USSR as "lend lease", the source of almost all Thompson parts on the market today. Really some great markings on this receiver!
- Early detachable Walnut Butt Stock without Cross Pin.
- Complete Lower Frame Assembly with original serial number NO.S-510245, also produced by Savage / Stevens. This MATCHES the serial on the receiver, which makes this possibly the ONLY time that we have had a MATCHING NUMBER Thompson display machine gun. Many of these were imported from Ukraine decades ago, but this may predate that, and it looks like all the parts were kept together. Definitely a fantastic offering!
- 10.5" Finned Live Barrel with an excellent mirror bright unissued bore.
- Cutts compensator with patent markings
- Walnut Pistol Grip
- Adjustable Lyman Rear Sight
- Walnut Horizontal Fore Grip
- Short Magazine (Deactivated where required)
- Original Thompson Kerr Sling, which is complete and fully functional. The buckles are all blacked brass and marked NOBUCKL along with patent information. It looks to be one of the versions that does not have the free loop on the longer section. The sling is definitely a bit long, so it may be a repurposed Springfield Kerr sling.

This example is typical of the early war issue Thompson M1928A1, with the more delicate adjustable Lyman Sight. It also has the early style buttstock, without the reinforcement bolt, and the sling swivel mounts are both the correct machined steel type. It has beautifully oil finished walnut furniture that has that red brown color only achieved after years of age, with no signs of alteration or refinishing. The metalwork is in great shape, retaining the original bluing very well.

Of note is that Thompson M1928A1 machine guns only are serial number marked on the Lower Frame and receiver. As they were usually imported in lots of parts, MATCHED examples are virtually unheard of! A fantastic offering, ready to add to your collection and display! It is unlikely that we will EVER see another matched example agasin!

The Thompson 1928 sub machine gun is perhaps the most recognizable firearm of World War II, made famous by the Airborne Troops of the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions. This military model differs from the original commercial model in its 20 round magazine and its horizontal foregrip. Though heavy by today's standards, the weight helped control the .45 caliber bursts when operated on full automatic.

The Thompson submachine was invented by John T. Thompson in 1919 and became infamous during the Prohibition era. It was a common sight of the time, being used by both law enforcement officers and criminals. The Thompson was also known informally as: the "Tommy Gun," the "Trench Broom," the "Trench Sweeper," the "Chicago Piano," the "Chicago Typewriter," and the "Chopper." The Thompson was favored by soldiers, criminals and police alike for its ergonomics, compactness, large .45 ACP cartridges, and high volume of automatic fire and among civilian collectors for its historical significance.

Many new made replica and Airsoft Thompsons flood the market today, but this is an opportunity to own a true piece of history, a genuine WWII Thompson receiver in wonderful condition and totally legal to own in the USA by federal law without any type of license.