May 12-14, 2026 Firearms & Militaria
Lot #1016:
(N) HIGH CONDITION MATCHING SAVAGE MANUFACTURED WWII M1A1 THOMPSON MACHINE GUN (CURIO & RELIC).
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/12/2026
This is an exceptionally attractive and matching upper and lower Savage manufactured M1A1 Thompson machine gun. One 20 round “Auto Ordnance” Bridgeport magazine, oiler within buttstock, and a Kerr sling are included in this lot. Right side of receiver marked “AUTO-ORDNANCE CORPORATION BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT U.S.A.”. Left side marked as “M1A1”, with the “A1” being an addition. This, along with the serial number, indicates this is an early WWII produced gun. Both upper and lower assemblies marked with “S” indicating Savage manufacture. The Savage manufactured Thompsons are noted as the most durable of all Thompsons produced. The barrel index mark location and “P” proofmark indicate that the barrel is original to the gun. This gun has all the correct indicators of upgrade to M1A1 specifications including the rear sight, “pin” type later style selector levers, reinforced cross-bolt buttstock assembly and simplified M1A1 bolt with fixed firing pin. Appropriate “GEG” and “FJA” inspection stamps are clearly visible. The M1A1 Thompson was produced in great numbers for World War II as a simplified and less costly to produce evolution of the 1928A1 Thompson. It eliminated the Blish lock system, making the receiver easier to manufacture, and eliminated the Cutts compensator. Both the M1 and the M1A1 Thompsons have the cocking handle / actuator on the right side as opposed to the top of the receiver. The M1A1 Thompson will NOT accept drum magazines, only stick magazines. This specimen has the simplified non-adjustable “L” rear sight with protective “ears”. Thompson Bullet Logo on the top of the receiver. Electronic NFA registry indicates “AUTO ORDNANCE” in the manufacturer's block. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is near excellent matte gray government arsenal type refinish, including the buttplate. Wood furnishings are also near excellent as refinished, with a light handling mark here and there. Most, if not nearly all, World War II issued M1 and M1A1 Thompsons underwent arsenal refurbishment after WWII. Bore is near excellent, shiny and bright. Bolt face extremely fine. Mechanics are crisp. This is a select-fire machine gun. This specimen is especially attractive and sports a low 5-digit number as well. An exceedingly attractive specimen of an early WW2 Thompson. THIS IS A NATIONAL FIREARMS ACT ITEM AND REQUIRES BATF APPROVAL PRIOR TO TRANSFER. THIS ITEM IS FULLY TRANSFERABLE ON AN ATF FORM 3 OR 4 AS CURIO AND RELIC ELIGIBLE. JWK 2026-05-044.
Accessories
1 magazine total
Manufacturer
Auto Ordnance