Auto-Ordnance 1927-A1 1927A1 .45ACP TA5 Thompson Tommy Gun Pistol Kahr Arms
SOLD FOR: $1432.06
WOA#: WY230308WOA002
Make: Auto-Ordnance
Model: 1927-A1 Thompson “Tommy Gun”
Serial Number: KJ2847
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Semi-Automatic Blowback with Detachable Magazine
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked with a bullet-shaped trademark stamp. The right side of the receiver is marked with the US Patents and “AUTO-ORDNANCE CORPORATION WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS, U.S.A.”. The left side of the receiver is marked with “MODEL OF 1927 A1 NO. KJ2847” “THOMPSON SEMI-AUTOMATIC CARBINE CALIBER .45 AUTOMATIC CARTRIDGE” “FIRE/SAFE”. The rear sight is marked with numbers”1-6”. The 30 round stick mag is marked “THE SEYMOUR PRODUCTS CO. SEYMOUR CONN.”.
Barrel Length: 11.5”
Sights / Optics: Blade front and open rear adjustable
Stock Configuration & Condition: This Thompson pistol has no buttstock. It has a [pistol grip and a wooden handguard.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: The pistol retains about 95% of its original finish. There are scratches in the metal throughout the rifle but is consistent with normal use. Some light thinning of the leading edges. The screw heads are sharp and serviceable. The markings are clear. Overall this rifle rates in about Fine overall condition.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: 1x 30rd Stick Magazine
Our Assessment: The TA5 is a modern take on an iconic classic. Produced by Kahr Arms under the banner of Auto-Ordnance, the TA5 is the short-barreled pistol version of the Thompson Submachine Gun. There are few guns more recognizable than the “Tommy Gun”. The Thompson has a storied history that ranges from being the “Chicago Typewriter”, weapon of choice of prohibition mobsters, to being one of the crucial weapons used by the allies during World War II. The TA5 is based upon the 1927-A1. Kahr Arms has official licensing to produce Thompsons, and has studied the historic designs of the machine gun. If you want to pick up one of the most legendary firearms of all time in a compact design, look no farther than this lot and get bidding today!