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 original vintage "Roaring Twenties" Tommy Gun. One of the signature weapons of the Prohibition Era, 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 sights, with the signature Cutts Compensator and cooling fins on the barrel, a set of contoured 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 the model markings on the left. The magazine slot is configured for drum magazines and stick magazines, and is fitted with an Auto-Ordnance Type "L" 50-round drum magazine. Internally, the bolt is in the classic 1928 configuration, with sliding brass "Blish Lock" device, and a mobile, hinged firing pin. The spring steel oiler has been discarded. Includes an extra Thompson Type "C" 100-round drum magazine with matching numbered shipping box, three stick magazines, and an FBI style hard case with related publications.

Excellent, retains 97% plus of the original blue finish with slide retraction wear, a few scattered light handling marks and some oxidation visible inside the compensator. Tool marks are present on the magazine catch. The wood is also excellent with some scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The "L" magazine shows some bending of the guide rails and re-riveted panels, and two of the stick magazines have mild dents in the bodies; otherwise, the accessories and case are all excellent with minimal handling evidence. 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) under the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 478.