{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-thompson-m1928a1-display-submachine-gun-serial-no-a-o-48315-original-ww2-parts","title":"Original U.S. WWII Thompson M1928A1 Display Submachine Gun Serial No. A.O. 48315 - Original WW2 Parts","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a magnificent display gun built from excellent genuine WWII Thompson M-1928 parts and reassembled with a beautiful non-firing BATF approved original reassembled WWII issue Thompson receiver. Every part on this display gun is original WWII manufacture other than 20% of the receiver replaced by solid steel (as required by BATF).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal WW2 parts include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e 80% original reassembled ATF approved non-firing receiver (complete with original arsenal markings!) - Serial \u003cstrong\u003eNo. A.O. 48315\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating production by Auto-Ordnance, the designer of the Thompson Submachine Gun.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Early detachable Walnut Butt Stock without Cross Pin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete Lower Frame Assembly with serial number \u003cstrong\u003eNO.S-433489\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating production by Savage Firearms, or their Contractor Stevens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 10.5\" Finned Live Barrel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Cutts compensator with patent markings\u003cbr\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut Pistol Grip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Wartime Rear \"L\" Sight by \u003cstrong\u003eLYMAN\u003cbr\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut Horizontal Fore Grip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Round Magazine (Deactivated where required)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is typical of the wartime Thompson M1928A1, with the more resilient \"L\" sight, and 20 round magazine. It also has the early style buttstock, without the reinforcement bolt, and correct machined sling swivel mounts. It has lovely oil finished walnut furniture that has that red brown color only achieved after years of age. It is fitted with a reproduction Kerr sling to complete the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to add to your collection and display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40408693112901,"sku":"ON13182","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON13182__01_2698e357-bc0d-47a1-90e4-039da119e964.jpg?v=1667041405","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-wwii-thompson-m1928a1-display-submachine-gun-serial-no-a-o-48315-original-ww2-parts","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}