November 15 & 16, 2022 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/16/2022
Original early 100 round drum for a Colt Model 1921 Thompson. Marked on faceplate "MAGAZINE TYPE "C" / THOMPSON SUBMACHINE GUN / 100 CARTRIDGES CAL. 45 / WIND TO 15 CLICKS / NO.839". Marked on the backplate "AUTO-ORDNANCE CORP / NEW YORK N.Y., U.S.A. / PATENTED / JULY 27 1920 DEC. 7. 1920 / NO.3098". Correct nickel rotor. Winding key is unmarked. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine original matte finish thinning to a gray patina, particularly at the high edges. Markings are clear. Feed lips and mounting rails are near excellent. Spring tension is good. A very desirable early Thompson accessory. JWK-2022-11-95