The M1 SMG was introduced in April 1942. It features are: a simple stamped, "L" type fixed rear sight, 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. 20778", 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: "R.L.B." with a encircled "GES", with a single "P" proof on top of the barrel. The lower trigger housing is marked: "AUTO/SINGLE" and "FIRE/SAFE" with the serial number "531835" stamped on the underside of the trigger guard. This SMG is complete with one 30-round magazine. This is the same exact type of SMG that was used for many years by Vic Morrow in the hit TV show "COMBAT". 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 tack weld at the junction of the barrel and the receiver face. Additionally, this example is missing the recoil spring, recoil spring guide and buffer-plate.
Very fine with 97% of the arsenal refurbished parkerized finish with edge and high spot wear. The wood components are wartime replacements in very fine plus condition, that were probably installed when the weapon was refurbished. 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 "Curios or Relic" as defined in 27 CFR, 478.11. Although listed as unserviceable, they are still considered weapons and 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.
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