{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-thompson-m1928a1-inert-display-submachine-gun-serial-no-s-283700-with-long-magazine-built-with-original-ww2-parts","title":"Original U.S. WWII Thompson M1928A1 Inert Display Submachine Gun Serial NO.S-283700 with Long Magazine, Built With Original WW2 Parts","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original U.S. WWII Thompson M1928A1 inert display submachine gun assembled from original WWII manufactured components on an original BATF compliant non-firing display receiver, making this a 100% legal display Sub-Machine gun. The receiver retains original Auto-Ordnance markings and Savage \/ Stevens serial number \u003cstrong\u003eNO.S-283700\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the lower frame is marked with serial number \u003cstrong\u003eNO.S-543909\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is fitted with a 10.5\" finned barrel, Cutts compensator, adjustable Lyman rear sight, early detachable walnut buttstock, horizontal foregrip, pistol grip, and magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe display 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, a 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal WW2 parts include:\u003cbr\u003e- ATF compliant non-firing receiver - Serial \u003cstrong\u003eNO.S-283700\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating production by Savage Firearms, or their Contractor Stevens.\u003cbr\u003e- Early detachable Walnut Butt Stock without Cross Pin.\u003cbr\u003e- Complete Lower Frame Assembly with original serial number \u003cstrong\u003eNO.S-543909\u003c\/strong\u003e, also produced by Savage \/ Stevens.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e10.5\" Finned Live Barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e with an excellent nearly unissued bore.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eCutts compensator with patent markings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Walnut Pistol Grip\u003cbr\u003e- Adjustable Lyman Rear Sight\u003cbr\u003e- Walnut Horizontal Fore End\u003cbr\u003e- Long Magazine (Deactivated where required)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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 finished walnut furniture that has that red brown color only achieved after years of age, with some relatively heavy wear shown on the fore end only. The metalwork has a lovely aged patina, still retaining a lot of the original finish, while also showing light wear from service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its reassembled Savage M1928A1 receiver, serial number S-283700, original 10.5\" finned barrel, Cutts compensator, adjustable Lyman rear sight, early detachable walnut buttstock, machined sling swivel mounts, original lower frame, and long magazine, this is a strong inert display example of the early wartime Thompson configuration. The solid steel receiver replacement sections, welded bolt and actuator, nonmatching lower frame serial number S-543909, fore end wear, and general service marks are all fully disclosed. It would fit especially well in a U.S. WWII small arms, Thompson, Savage production, airborne or infantry weapons, or advanced inert display collection.\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":45791672893509,"sku":"ONAC26B018","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONAC26B018.jpg?v=1789765648","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-wwii-thompson-m1928a1-inert-display-submachine-gun-serial-no-s-283700-with-long-magazine-built-with-original-ww2-parts","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}