Auto-Ordnance Thompson Model of 1927A1 Deluxe .45 ACP Semi-Auto Carbine, Finned Barrel, Cutts-Style Compensator, Walnut Furniture
This Auto-Ordnance Thompson Model of 1927A1 Deluxe stands out with its classic finned barrel, Cutts-style compensator, and walnut vertical foregrip that echo the iconic Thompson profile. It is a U.S.-made, blued-steel semi-automatic carbine in .45 ACP with correct Worcester, Massachusetts receiver markings and the Model of 1927A1 legend. It accepts both drum and stick magazines and comes with a Thompson-marked 50-round drum and a 20-round stick magazine.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm shows minimal evidence of prior use or handling.
What's Included
- Auto-Ordnance Thompson 'Chicago Typewriter' hard case
- One Thompson-marked 50-round drum magazine
- One 20-round steel stick magazine
The Deluxe configuration features a 16.5 in finned barrel with a pinned Cutts-style compensator, producing a barrel assembly of approximately 18 in. Sights are classic iron: a pinned front blade on the compensator and a protected adjustable rear sight. The top-mounted, knurled charging knob completes the familiar Thompson control layout.
Receiver markings include Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.A. with a U.S. patents block and the Thompson Model of 1927A1 semi-automatic carbine legend. The carbine runs a simple blowback, closed-bolt action in .45 ACP and uses a manual safety. It accepts both Thompson stick and drum magazines, and this example includes one of each.
Construction is all-steel with a blued finish. Furniture is walnut throughout, with a fixed buttstock featuring a bottom sling swivel, a walnut pistol grip, and a walnut vertical foregrip. Length of pull is 17 in, overall length is approximately 41 in, and unloaded weight is about 13 lb, delivering the heft and balance associated with the Thompson pattern.
Capacity is listed at 50+1, reflecting compatibility with the included drum. The configuration and markings make this a classic-style 1927A1 Deluxe that presents the traditional Thompson look and handling in a semi-automatic package.