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AUTO-ORDNANCE THOMPSON 1927A-1 DELUXE STI
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SKU: 12990
Overview
Built around a semi-automatic .45 ACP platform, this rifle is suited to shooters who want a classic Thompson pattern with modern sporting functionality. It ships with a 20-round stick magazine and includes a 50-round drum magazine, with the option to use stick or drum magazines of higher capacities. The adjustable rear sight, blade front sight, and sling mount support practical range use, while the walnut stock, grip, and forend give it a traditional presentation. With its 16.5-inch finned blued barrel and 41-inch overall length, it is a substantial firearm that will appeal to collectors and enthusiasts looking for a distinctive range rifle.
Why Hunters Choose the Auto Ordnance
Semi-automatic .45
Included 20-round stick magazine
Accepts Stick
Drum magazines for higher-capacity loading
Includes Both
Blade front sight and adjustable
Available 16.5-
16.5- or 18-inch barrel options
Choice Walnut
Black synthetic stocks, fore grips,
Key Features
- Semi-automatic rifle chambered in .45 ACP
- Includes a 20-round stick magazine and a 50-round drum magazine
- Available with 16.5-inch or 18-inch barrel lengths
- Features blade front sight and adjustable rear sight
- Offered with walnut or black synthetic stocks, fore grips, and pistol grips
- Includes a sling mount
Best Used For
- Collectors and Thompson enthusiasts seeking a semi-automatic .45 ACP rifle with classic styling.
- Range shooters wanting a rifle that includes both a 20-round stick magazine and 50-round drum magazine.
- Users who prefer open sights, with a blade front and adjustable rear sight setup.
- Hunters or outdoorsmen looking for a substantial rifle with walnut stock, grip, and forend.
- Buyers interested in a rifle with sling mount and available magazine flexibility.
Specifications
| Action | Semi-Auto |
|---|---|
| Available Barrel Lengths | 16.5 and 18 |
| Barrel | 16.5 Finned Blued |
| Barrel Length | 16.5 |
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 20rd, 50rd |
| Compensator | Included |
| Fore Grip Options | Walnut or black synthetic |
| Forend | Walnut |
| Grip | Walnut |
| Includes | (1) 20rd stick magazine and (1) 50rd drum magazine |
| Length | 41 |
| Magazine Type | Stick magazine, drum magazine |
| Pistol Grip Options | Walnut or black synthetic |
| Receiver | Steel Blued |
| Sights | Open Adjustable Rear Blade Front |
| Sling Mount | Included |
| Stock | Walnut Fixed |
| Stock Options | Walnut or black synthetic |
| Weight | 13 lbs. |
Pros
- Semi-automatic .45 ACP rifle with included 20-round stick magazine
- Accepts stick or drum magazines for higher-capacity loading options
- Includes both blade front sight and adjustable rear sight
- Available with 16.5- or 18-inch barrel options
- Choice of walnut or black synthetic stocks, fore grips, and pistol grips
- Sling mount included for carry setup
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a large, heavy rifle at 13 lbs., so it is less suited to lightweight carry or fast-moving field use than compact hunting arms.
- It is chambered in .45 ACP, which may limit its role to specialized applications rather than general-purpose hunting use.
- The included magazine setup is a 20-round stick magazine plus a 50-round drum magazine, but the rifle can also accept other stick or drum magazines of higher capacities, so magazine choice will affect handling and carry.
- The 41-inch overall length and fixed walnut stock make it a substantial platform that favors deliberate shooting over portability.
Suggested Comparisons
- Semi-automatic rifles
- Pistol-caliber rifles
- Rifles with detachable box or drum magazines
Suggested Accessories
- Sling
- Magazine pouch
- Gun cleaning kit
- Rifle case
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber does the Thompson 1927A1 use?
It is chambered in .45 ACP.
What magazines are included with this rifle?
The listed included magazines are one 20-round stick magazine and one 50-round drum magazine.
What sights come on the Thompson 1927A1?
It includes a blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight.
What stock and grip configuration is listed for this model?
The provided details list a walnut fixed stock, walnut grip, and walnut forend.
What barrel length is listed in the product details?
The detailed specifications list a 16.5-inch barrel.