AUTO-ORDNANCE THOMPSON M1 — Hunter's Outpost

Name: AUTO-ORDNANCE THOMPSON M1
Brand: Auto Ordnance
SKU: 152279
Price: 1457.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

This semi-automatic carbine is built for shooters who want a historically styled firearm with modern handling characteristics. It combines authentic walnut woodwork, a fixed buttstock, pistol grip, and vertical foregrip with a blade front sight and fixed battle rear sight for a traditional layout. Chambered in .45 ACP with a 16.5-inch barrel, it includes one 30-round stick magazine and is not compatible with drum magazines. The aluminum frame and receiver with black anodized finish give it a lighter build while preserving the classic Thompson profile.

Why Hunters Choose the Auto Ordnance

Authentic Thompson

Genuine American walnut woodwork

Semi-automatic Carbine

Chambered in .45 ACP

16.5-inch Barrel

In a lightweight carbine configuration

Blade Front

Fixed battle rear sight

Includes One

30-round stick magazine

Key Features

Semi-automatic Thompson M1 carbine in .45 ACP
16.5-inch barrel in the Lightweight Carbine model
Authentic side bolt action and American walnut woodwork
Blade front sight with fixed battle rear sight
Milled aluminum frame and receiver with black anodized finish
Includes one 30-round stick magazine; not compatible with drum magazines

Best Used For

Collectors seeking an authentic Thompson-style semi-automatic carbine with period-correct handling and appearance.
Range shooters wanting a .45 ACP carbine with fixed sights and classic woodwork.
Enthusiasts interested in a lightweight M1 configuration with pistol grip and vertical foregrip.
Owners who prefer a 30-round stick magazine and do not need drum magazine compatibility.
Buyers drawn to military-inspired firearms with traditional walnut furniture and a battle-style layout.

Specifications

Action	SemiAutomatic
Barrel Length	16.5"
Blade Finish	Black anodized metal finish
Caliber	45 ACP
Foregrip	Vertical foregrip
Frame Material	Solid aluminum
Front Sight	Blade front sight
Grip	Pistol grip
Magazine Compatibility	Not compatible with drum magazines
Magazine Included	One 30-round stick magazine
Model	Thompson M1
Rear Sight	Fixed battle rear sight
Receiver Material	Solid aluminum
Stock	Fixed buttstock
Weight	Lightweight
Woodwork	Genuine American walnut woodwork

Pros

Authentic Thompson M1 styling with genuine American walnut woodwork
Semi-automatic carbine chambered in .45 ACP
16.5-inch barrel in a lightweight carbine configuration
Blade front sight with fixed battle rear sight
Includes one 30-round stick magazine
Fixed buttstock, pistol grip, and vertical foregrip

Considerations & Trade-offs

The fixed battle rear sight and blade front sight keep the setup straightforward, but they do not offer the adjustability some shooters prefer for fine-tuning.
It is chambered in .45 ACP with a 16.5" barrel, so buyers should be sure that cartridge and barrel length fit their intended use and local requirements.
The included 30-round stick magazine is part of the package, but drum magazines are not compatible with this Lightweight M1 Carbine.
The design emphasizes an authentic Thompson-style look and feel, which may be a priority for collectors and enthusiasts, but it is less about a modernized feature set.

Suggested Comparisons

Semi-automatic carbines
.45 ACP firearms
Classic military-style firearms
Fixed-stock long guns

Suggested Accessories

Cleaning kit
Gun case
Spare magazine
Sling

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1 chambered in?

This Lightweight Carbine model is chambered in .45 ACP.

What barrel length is listed for this Thompson M1?

The product description lists a 16.5" barrel.

Does this model include a magazine?

Yes. It includes one 30-round stick magazine.

Is this Thompson M1 compatible with drum magazines?

No. The description states that this Lightweight M1 Carbine is not compatible with drum magazines.

What type of sights does it have?

It has a blade front sight with a fixed battle rear sight.