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THOMPSON 1927A-1
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SKU: 152266
Overview
Built as a semiautomatic .45 caliber carbine, this model carries forward the classic look and layout of the original with genuine American walnut woodwork and a blued steel frame and receiver. It is configured with a 16.5 finned barrel, blade front sight, open rear adjustable sight, and a pinned compensator for an 18" barrel length. The fixed buttstock, pistol grip, and vertical foregrip give it a traditional, substantial feel suited to collectors and shooters who value the Thompson pattern. A 10-round drum magazine is included.
Why Hunters Choose the Auto Ordnance
Classic Thompson
Reproduced original details
.45 Caliber
16.5 finned barrel
Genuine American
Walnut woodwork for traditional appearance
Blade Front
Open rear adjustable sight
Solid Steel
Blued metal finish
Key Features
- Semiauto Thompson 1927A1 carbine in .45 caliber
- 16.5 finned barrel with pinned compensator for 18-inch barrel length
- Genuine American walnut woodwork
- Blade front sight with open rear adjustable sight
- Frame and receiver machined from solid steel with blued metal finish
- Fixed buttstock, pistol grip, and vertical foregrip
- Includes a 10-round drum magazine
Best Used For
- Collectors seeking a semiauto Thompson with classic styling and traditional walnut woodwork
- Range shooters wanting a .45 caliber carbine with fixed stock, pistol grip, and vertical foregrip
- Owners who prefer a blued steel firearm with blade front and adjustable rear sighting
- Enthusiasts interested in a Deluxe SemiAuto model with pinned compensator and 10-round drum magazine
Specifications
| Barrel Length | 16.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Blade Finish | blued metal finish |
| Caliber | .45 caliber |
| Compensator | pinned compensator |
| Foregrip | vertical foregrip |
| Frame Material | solid steel |
| Front Sight | blade front sight |
| Grip | pistol grip |
| Magazine Included | 10-round drum magazine |
| Model Type | Deluxe SemiAuto |
| Overall Barrel Length | 18 inches |
| Rear Sight | open rear adjustable sight |
| Receiver Material | solid steel |
| Stock | fixed buttstock |
| Woodwork | genuine American walnut |
Pros
- Classic Thompson 1927A1 styling with reproduced original details
- .45 caliber carbine configuration with 16.5 finned barrel
- Genuine American walnut woodwork for traditional appearance
- Blade front sight with open rear adjustable sight
- Solid steel frame and receiver with blued metal finish
- Includes a 10-round drum magazine
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 10-round drum magazine is part of the package, which may be limiting for users who want a higher-capacity setup.
- The fixed buttstock, pistol grip, and vertical foregrip create a specific carry and handling profile rather than a more compact or adjustable layout.
- This Deluxe SemiAuto model uses a pinned compensator for an 18" barrel length, so the configuration is not as simple as the 16.5 finned barrel description alone suggests.
- The blued metal finish and genuine American walnut woodwork give it a classic presentation, but that also means buyers should expect a more traditional maintenance and care routine.
Suggested Comparisons
- Semi-automatic carbines
- Pistol-caliber carbines
- Classic-style sporting rifles
Suggested Accessories
- Cleaning kit
- Gun case
- Extra magazine
- Gun safe
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is the Thompson 1927A-1 chambered in?
The product is described as a .45 caliber carbine.
What barrel length does this model have?
The description lists a 16.5 finned barrel, and also notes a pinned compensator for an 18" barrel length on this Deluxe SemiAuto model.
What sights are included on the Thompson 1927A-1?
It comes with a blade front sight and an open rear adjustable sight.
What materials are mentioned in the product description?
The description states that the frame and receiver are machined from solid steel and that it has genuine American walnut woodwork.
What magazine is included with this carbine?
It includes a 10-round drum magazine.