Auto-Ordnance Thompson Model of 1927A1 .45 ACP Semi-Auto Carbine, 16.5 in Finned Barrel with Cutts-Style Compensator, Blued, Walnut Stock, Drum & Stick Mags
This Auto-Ordnance Model of 1927A1 delivers the classic Thompson profile in a closed-bolt, semi-automatic configuration with a machined steel receiver and walnut furniture. Notable features include a finned 16.5 in barrel with a Cutts-style compensator, top-mounted knurled charging handle, and a rear sight. It comes in excellent overall condition and includes both a 50-round Auto-Ordnance drum magazine and a 20-round stick magazine, plus the factory case and manual.
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.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratches and blemishes are present. The factory hard case retains a burnt tobacco smell.
What’s Included
- Factory Thompson hard case with fitted foam
- Auto-Ordnance Thompson owner's manual
- 1x 50-round drum magazine (Auto-Ordnance marked)
- 1x 20-round stick magazine
- Cable gun lock
The 1927A1 pattern retains the iconic Thompson look and feel with a blued, machined steel receiver, closed-bolt blowback operation, and a top-mounted, knurled charging handle. Controls include a manual safety. The receiver is marked "AUTO-ORDNANCE CORPORATION — WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS, U.S.A." and the rifle is made in the USA.
The 16.5 in finned barrel is fitted with a Cutts-style compensator, with a blade front sight mounted on the compensator and a rear sight. Per the factory, on 16.5 in versions the affixed Cutts is counted toward barrel length.
Walnut furniture includes a fixed buttstock with rear sling swivel and steel buttplate, a walnut pistol grip, and a walnut vertical foregrip. Length of pull is 17.0 in, delivering the long-stock Thompson ergonomics enthusiasts expect.
This carbine accepts both drum and stick magazines on the 1927A1 pattern. It ships with a 50-round Auto-Ordnance drum and a 20-round stick magazine, with a maximum stated capacity of 50+1. Overall length is approximately 41 in and weight is approximately 13 lb.