Replica of U. S. Submachine Gun,M1928A1
Better known as the ThompsonSubmachine Gun
The Thompson submachine gun(nicknamed the Thompson) is an American submachine gun, invented by John T.Thompson in 1918, that became infamous during the Prohibition era. It was acommon sight in the media of the time, being used by both law enforcementofficers and criminals. The Thompson was also known informally as: the\"Tommy Gun\", \"Trench Broom\", \"Trench Sweeper\",\"Chicago Typewriter\", \"Chicago Piano\", \"ChicagoStyle\", \"Chicago Organ Grinder\", and \"The Chopper\".Later, during World War Two, the Thompson again proved its worth with soldiers,Marines, and foreign allies to defeat the Axis powers.
The Thompson was favored by soldiers,criminals, police and civilians alike for its ergonomics, compactness, large.45 ACP cartridge, reliability, and high volume of automatic fire. It has sincegained popularity among civilian collectors for its historical significance.Thisis an accurate non-firing replica of that firearm.
· Non-Firing
· Real Hardwood Stock
· Real Metal Parts (Zinc)
· Movable Action and Trigger
· Authentic Size and Weight
· Removable 30 Round Replica Magazine
· Museum or Exhibition Quality
Specs
· Length: 34\"
· Weight: 9.75lbs
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING
A blaze orange tip is present on this replica in accordanceof policies and federal law. DO NOT, for any reason remove, alter,obscure, or otherwise change the appearance of the colored tip at the end ofthe barrel of this replica firearm.
Non-firing Replica Guns should ONLY be used in the home asscale model displays, as collector\'s items, or for theatrical or trainingpurposes. They should ALWAYS be used under the supervision of a responsibleadult. They should NEVER be carried on the street, pointed at anyone, hidden onyour person, or left carelessly in your car. DO NOT leave them where they areaccessible to unsupervised children or irresponsible adults. The carrying,handling or brandishing in public of any replica that resembles a real weaponmay be in violation of the law, may create undue apprehension on the part oflaw enforcement officers or other persons, and could result in INJURY to theperson handling the replica.
DO NOT let children play with these items. They are not toys.DO NOT point these items at other people, even as a joke. It could cause alarmor be seen as a threat, with serious or even deadly consequences. AVOIDexcessive dry-firing as this may cause breakage. To avoid mechanical failures,keep the item clean and lightly lubricated. The manufacturer, distributor,and/or seller disclaims any and all responsibility for the improper use of thisitem.
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS
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