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LOT 376
Auto-Ordnance Model 1928 Thompson
Submachine Gun, “A” Serial Range, Class
III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine
Gun - Serial no. 1890A, 45 ACP cal., 10 1/2 inch
ribbed bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Manufactured
in the 1970s/1980s as part of the “A” suffix serial range,
the Auto-Ordnance 1928 Thompson is virtually a perfect
reproduction of the vintage Tommy Gun. One of the
signature weapons of U.S. history, the Thompson was one
of the great “heavy metal” submachine guns, operating semi or full automatic
on an open bolt, fully machined with fine hardwood furniture; the later sheet
metal guns may have had them beat for cost effectiveness but
not for style. Blade front and folding ladder peep rear sight,
with the signature Thompson-marked Cutts Compensator and
cooling fins on the barrel, dual pistol grips, and a quick-detach
buttstock. The trigger group is fitted with a set of selector and
safety switches, and the receiver has the Auto-Ordnance patent
info on the right and military-style nomenclature on the left.
The magazine slot is configured for drum magazines and stick
magazines. Internals follow the general 1928 pattern, minus the
oiler assembly. Included with the lot is a Type “L” 50-round drum
magazine, four stick magazines, “USMC” marked green canvas
magazine pouch, Thompson/Auto-Ordnance sales brochures, and
a reprinted U.S. Army submachine gun manual.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 95% of the original blue finish,
showing areas of brown patina, minor spotting and light
handling marks. Internally, there is some evidence of alteration/
polishing of the raceway for the Blish Lock; the reason for these
modifications is unclear. The grips and stock are fine, with some
chipping and cracking of the grips and mild scuffs and dents
overall. Bolt catch needs adjustment, otherwise mechanically fine.
Accessories very good. NOTE: This weapon is a National Firearms
Act (NFA), fully transferable Class 3, which is registered with the
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, (BATFE) that
is classified as a “Curios or Relic” as defined in 27 CFR, 478.11.
These weapons are still subject to the provisions of 18 U.S.C.
Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 479.
Estimate: 20,000 - 35,000
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