Original Item: Only One Available. Similar, but not the same, as the set featured on the first episode of the TV series FAMILY GUNS on the National Geographic Channel. This simply is not only the best M1928A1 display gun we offer, but it is the easily the best on the market today. Included with this one of a kind display gun are-

• Original Thompson "L type" 50 round drum magazine.
• Original 1928 Thompson Complete Lower Frame Assembly with an unaltered serial number.
• Original 1928 Thompson Finned Barrel with Compensator.
• Original 1928 Thompson Horizontal Fore Grip and Grip Mount.
• Original 1928 Thompson Detachable Walnut Butt Stock Assembly. .
• Original Adjustable Lyman Rear Sight.
• FOUR Original twenty round WWII stick magazines by Auto Ordnance.
• New Made Steel 80% Philadelphia Ordinance display receiver .
• New Made High Quality FBI case with rich blue felt lining and lock with key, and Brass cleaning rod.

History of the Thompson Sub Machine Gun- The Thompson 1928 SMG is perhaps the most recognizable firearm of World War II, made famous by the Airborne Troops of the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions. Though heavy by today's standards, the weight helped control the .45 caliber bursts when operated on full automatic.

The Thompson submachine was invented by John T. Thompson in 1919 and became infamous during the Prohibition era. It was a common sight of the time, being used by both law enforcement officers and criminals. The Thompson was also known informally as: the "Tommy Gun," the "Trench Broom," the "Trench Sweeper," the "Chicago Piano," the "Chicago Typewriter," and the "Chopper." The Thompson was favored by soldiers, criminals and police alike for its ergonomics, compactness, large .45 ACP cartridges, and high volume of automatic fire and among civilian collectors for its historical significance.