April 11-13, 2023 Firearms and Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/11/2023
Highly collectible 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.1788". Marked on the backplate "AUTO-ORDNANCE CORP / NEW YORK N.Y., U.S.A. / PATENTED / JULY 27 1920 DEC. 7. 1920 / NO.1788". Correct nickel rotor. Winding key is unmarked. Very scarce desirable original "RUSCO" marked tan carrier accompanies this lot. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of a very discerning and advanced machine gun collector who desires to remain anonymous as he draws down his collection. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is near excellent matte finish. Markings are clear. The “7” in the serial number on both body and cover appears to be a factory re-mark. They are identical. Feed lips and mounting rails are near excellent. Spring tension is good. An extremely attractive and desirable accessory for the dedicated Colt Thompson collector. JWK-2022-11-90