LOT OF 2 REPRODUCTION AUTO ORDNANCE THOMPSON MACHINE GUN TYPE "C" 100 ROUND DRUM MAGAZINES.

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2025

This is a lot of two reproduction 100 rounds Thompson “C” drum magazines in their original cardboard boxes with loading instruction sheets. Drum bodies are marked, “NEW YORK. USA”, in addition to “AUTO ORDNANCE CORP.”, patent dates, and four digit number. CONDITION: Near excellent original deep blue finish. Likely never used. Spring tension is good. Attractive and much less costly alternative to the highly-sought original 100 round drums. The idea of a high capacity drum for a Thompson was a valid sales device, but this cataloger’s Father was able to trade with a police department during the Eisenhower administration two 50 round Bridgeport WWII drums for two original 100 round drums because the chief of police’s statement was, “These 100 round drums are too heavy when loaded. I would rather have two more 50s instead of these.” JWK 2025-12-183