What gives it away by seeing the pictures that this might not be the case? I still need to look at my trigger frame, I have no clue if this will have the same Serial number or not. I aswell see them resurface on various collector sites etc from time to time & a lot of deactived ones obviously. I have seen a knurled rocker pivot on an original AOB gun (see page 40 in, A Thompson Compendium) but it definitely is not the norm and I don't believe required. I would like to see what you are basing that statement on. Savage Arms is the manufacturer I see most associated with the knurled fire control levers. AOC is listed as a manufacturer of the Safety lever but I am not sure I have ever seen an AOC marked Safety. AOB relied heavily on subcontractors for parts when production began in August 1941 and never made the rocker pivot as farT as I can tell. I don't believe knurled fire control levers (safety and rocker pivot) are normally found on even the earliest AOB Thompsons. I don't study military WWII Thompson guns but I do collect information on some, especially the early ones. AOB relied heavily on subcontractors for parts when production began in August 1941 and never made the rocker pivot as far as I can tell. The serial number on my receiver piece is: No. An original finish AOB or Savage is sometimes hard to find. So many WWII Thompson guns in the USA have been refinished. I also have a very large cut center receiver piece that I display at Thompson Assocation events to show enthusiasts what the original dulite finish on an AOB Thompson is supposed to look like. My frame, like Bridgeport28A1's above, is in excellent condition. I too purchased a complete frame from Don Bell at Omega before his untimely death. I would also try to purchase forum member Bridgeport28A1's very closely numbered frame before listing it for sale. If mine in the USA, I would probably start out at 29K and listen to offers. I would guess your Auto-Ordnance Bridgeport (AOB) Thompson would sell at $25,000 plus in the USA. Those are usually very expensive compared to the World War II Thompson deacs. I do know a small number of deactivated Colt's do surface from time to time on the collector market. I would guess that live Colt Thompsons outside the USA are indeed difficult to find. Thanks, I am a happy man! Understood, will order Frank's book and look into yours aswell definitely!Ĭolt thompson - No, almost zero to none - Looked into that in the past but these are very rare in Belgium as far as I know!įor interest - what would your price be in the US for the identical model I own? Price here was 2500 €, interesting to know what prices are overseas! I also write books on the Thompson submachine gun (search under the name "Tom Davis, Jr." on Amazon), but I always recommend Frank's book for those with World War II Thompson guns.ĭo you ever see any Colt manufactured Thompson guns in Belgium? I believe there is a "Look Inside" feature on Amazon. Please post a picture of the serial number area on the frame.įrank's American Thunder III is hardcover, $40, and available on. You will also understand why I know the frame is from Savage Arms. For example, you will understand the ordnance wheel and WB markings on the left side receiver. Frank's book by far will have the most information and allow you to really understand the making of your Thompson during World War II. There is little chance of finding any information on your specific Thompson gun by serial number in the USA. Congratulations on having an operational Thompson submachine gun in Belgium. Trending Questions Marlin model 19s 12 Ga shotgun sn 119395 can you give me any history on this shotgun? What does the NRA oppose? What us the value of a 1964 browning auto 5 shotgun? What is the distance a Remington 22 long rifle ammo will travel? Under what circumstances can you shoot a person with a gun? Can a schizophrenic own a black powder gun? How much is a Stevens arm westpoint mod 167 12 gauge series b worth? What year was a colt.
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