1025 - (N) SPECTACULAR HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION COLT 1921A THOMPSON 1921 MACHINE GUN (CURIO AND RELIC). Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1921 Thompson Serial No. 5682 Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP Barrel Length: 10 - 1/2” FFL Status: NFA Truly superbly high condition specimen of a Colt 1921 Thompson which was originally built as a 1921A and then later had an unmarked Type 1 Cutts compensator factory fitted upgrading it to a 1921AC configuration (reference pg 160, “The Ultimate Thompson Book” by Tracie L. Hill). This gun is documented in Gordon Herigstad’s serial number listing of serial numbers and histories as being a 1921 AC shipped on 2/25/29 to the Bowling Green, Ohio police department, C/O Chief of Police Carl M. Galliher. 2 shoulder patches from this police department are included with this gun. Take a close look at the original bluing on this gun. It is absolutely nothing short of spectacular. This gun retains its original 1921 internal parts and correctly marked original buttstock. Typical markings on receiver with visible serial numbers matching. “JHB” inspection mark very clear on right side of receiver with crisp clear lettering and sharp edges throughout. A single high lustrous finish original “PATENTED-AUG.20, 1920 …” 20 round magazine is included. The Thompson spans a range across several collecting genres, with plenty of variations and accessories to appeal to a wide range of collector/investors. Electronic NFA registry indicates “THOMPSON” as the manufacturer. CONDITION: Overall
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