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Lot #3396

Lot 3395: Auto-Ordnance/Savage 1928 Thompson, Class III/NFA C&R

Auto-Ordnance/Savage Model 1928 Thompson Submachine Gun, Class III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 21, 2023

Lot 3395: Auto-Ordnance/Savage 1928 Thompson, Class III/NFA C&R

Auto-Ordnance/Savage Model 1928 Thompson Submachine Gun, Class III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 21, 2023

Estimated Price: $22,500 - $35,000
Price Realized:
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Auto-Ordnance/Savage Model 1928 Thompson Submachine Gun, Class III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun with Accessories

Manufacturer: Auto Ordnance Corp
Model: 1928
Type: Machine gun
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 10 1/2 inch fluted
Finish: matte black
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1571
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 229
Class: Class III
Description:

Manufactured by Auto-Ordnance using a number of "S" marked components, including the receiver and barrel. Blade front sight on the Cutts-marked compensator and folding ladder rear sight, with the signature ribbing on the rear of the barrel dual pistol grips, and a quick detach buttstock. The model and caliber markings are present on the left side of the frame, with the Auto-Ordnance address and patent dates on the right. The trigger housing is numbered to match the receiver, with checkered selector and safety switches. The internals are 1928 pattern, with the thin, light recoil spring, Blish lock, and oiler. Included with the lot are two 50-round Type "L" drum magazines, twenty-eight stick magazines, one drum pouch, one 5-cell pouch with "ADAMS" stenciled on the back, and a 3-cell pouch.

Rating Definition:

Very good as professionally refinished, with 90% plus matte black finish, showing a brown patina on the compensator and other small parts, mild edge wear and light handling marks. The wood is excellent, with some dings and thin spots in the varnish. 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 478.



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