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Lot 385:Auto-Ordnance/Savage 1928A1 "Tommy Gun", Class III/NFA C&R

December 6th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Lot 385:Auto-Ordnance/Savage 1928A1 "Tommy Gun", Class III/NFA C&R

December 6th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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U.S. Auto-Ordnance/Savage Model 1928A1 Thompson Submachine Gun with British Proofs and Desirable "TOMMY GUN" Markings, Class III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun with Extra Magazines, Including a 100-Round "C" Drum

This is a scarce example of a World War II M1928A1 Thompson submachine gun manufactured by the Savage Arms Company under license from the Auto-Ordnance Company, with an "S-" prefix serial number. Blade front sight on the Auto-Ordnance/Thompson marked Cutts compensator, Lyman folding ladder rear sight, with the "US MODEL OF 1928A1", "RLB" and "GEG" on the left side of the receiver, Bridgeport address and eight-line patent markings on the right, and "TOMMY GUN" on top. A set of British proofs are also present, with tonnage marks on the barrel and faint "crown" proofs on top of the receiver and charging handle. While not documented, the combination of these proofs and the positioning of the sling swivels (left side of front pistol grip and top of buttstock) suggest transfer to Great Britain for military use during World War II as part of Lend-Lease, and later return to the United States. Internals are 1928 pattern, with "S" marked bolt and Blish lock, and an unmarked charging handle, spring guide and oiler. The trigger housing is numbered to match the receiver, with lightly knurled control switches. Fitted with grooved pistol grips, a quick-detach buttstock, modified as previously noted, and a green canvas sling. Included with the lot are one Type "C" 100-round drum magazine, two Type "L" 50-round drum magazines, three stick magazines, three canvas drum pouches (one "C" and two "L"), and a manual.

ConditionFine, with 80% of the arsenal refurbished matte blue finish on the muzzle device, receiver and trigger housing, showing mild spotting, edge war and handling marks. The barrel is an arsenal installed replacement, with a similar percentage of polished blue finish. The stock is very good as sanded and repaired, with pin reinforcement at the wrist, scuffs and dings. Mechanically excellent. 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.
Details
ManufacturerAuto Ordnance Corp
Model1928 A1
TypeMachine gun
Serial number
ClassClass III
Caliber / Gauge45 ACP
Barrel10 1/2 inch fluted
Finishblue/matte blue
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionA bit dark in the grooves, otherwise bright with strong rifling.

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views4281
Catalog page337
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