The M1 SMG was introduced in April 1942 and was a simplified wartime version of the Model 1928 Thompson Submachine Gun. These features are: a simple stamped, "L" type fixed rear sight with protectors, horizontal walnut forearm, fixed butt stock and side-mounted cocking handle, with no cooling fins on the barrel and no compensator. Additionally the entire bolt mechanism was redesigned for faster production that includes a one-piece forged bolt with a simple firing pin mechanism. The receiver is marked: "THOMPSON SUBMACHINE GUN/CALIBER .45 M1/NO. 217419", and the right side is marked: "AUTO ORDNANCE CORPORATION/BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT U.S.A.". The left front edge of the receiver is stamped with the Rochester Ordnance District inspector initials: "F.J.A.." with a encircled "GES", with a single "P" proof on top of the barrel. The lower trigger housing is marked: "FULL/AUTO/SINGLE" and "FIRE/SAFE", with the serial number "180834" stamped on the underside of the trigger guard. This SMG is complete with one 30-round magazines. As noted this example does not have matching numbers on the receiver and lower trigger group. This SMG was DEWATed by welding a plug inside the barrel/chamber area along with a small weld at the junction of the barrel and the receiver face.

Very fine (subsequently deactivated) with 95% of the original green parkerized finish overall. The wood components, are all in excellent condition, also being recondition or replaced during the rebuilding process. NOTE: This item is restricted as a National Firearms Act (NFA), Fully Automatic Weapon that is currently registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF&E) that has been classified as a "Curio 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 478. Before bidding on this item, it is the sole responsibility and obligation of the bidder to understand and comply with all the State and Federal transfer laws and restrictions that apply in their current place of residence.