Note: The firearm you are viewing is a PRE-OWNED Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1A1 Sub Machine Gun 45 ACP.
The photo shown on this web page is the actual Sub Machine gun that's for sale with the below description.
Some History:
The Thompson M1A1 is one of the signature American weapons of World War II.
Being deployed in every theater of the war, both in American hands and among numerous Allied units via equipment sharing and Lend-Lease supplies.
This Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1A1 Sub Machine Gun, from best we can tell, was manufactured in 1942.
This Auto-Ordnance M1A1 was one of the many "Tommy Guns" manufactured by Savage Arms Corporation.
General Description:
Generally, this Auto-Ordnance M1A1 is in fine condition with 75% plus of the Blue Phosphate/Parkerizing finish.
Beneath the Blue Phosphate/Parkerizing is a number of polishing marks and shallow pits with minor scratching.
Some minor spotting is present on top of the receiver.
The rear sight triangular guard wings are bend inwards, left side more than the right side.
The wood is reasonable, has minor dents here and there with some tool marks.
Mechanically the Auto-Ordnance M1A1 seems in good working condition.
Two 20 round box magazines in reasonably good condition, fully functional, are included.
Product Rating Overview:
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If it's not what we say, we guarantee a full refund.
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