![]() AOC is listed as a manufacturer of the Safety lever but I am not sure I have ever seen an AOC marked Safety. AOB relied heavily on subcontractors for parts when production began in August 1941 and never made the rocker pivot as far as I can tell. I don't believe knurled fire control levers (safety and rocker pivot) are normally found on even the earliest AOB Thompsons. I don't study military WWII Thompson guns but I do collect information on some, especially the early ones. The serial number on my receiver piece is: No. An original finish AOB or Savage is sometimes hard to find. So many WWII Thompson guns in the USA have been refinished. I also have a very large cut center receiver piece that I display at Thompson Assocation events to show enthusiasts what the original dulite finish on an AOB Thompson is supposed to look like. My frame, like Bridgeport28A1's above, is in excellent condition. I too purchased a complete frame from Don Bell at Omega before his untimely death. I would also try to purchase forum member Bridgeport28A1's very closely numbered frame before listing it for sale. If mine in the USA, I would probably start out at 29K and listen to offers. I would guess your Auto-Ordnance Bridgeport (AOB) Thompson would sell at $25,000 plus in the USA. Those are usually very expensive compared to the World War II Thompson deacs. I do know a small number of deactivated Colt's do surface from time to time on the collector market. I would guess that live Colt Thompsons outside the USA are indeed difficult to find. Thanks, I am a happy man! Understood, will order Frank's book and look into yours aswell definitely!Ĭolt thompson - No, almost zero to none - Looked into that in the past but these are very rare in Belgium as far as I know!įor interest - what would your price be in the US for the identical model I own? Price here was 2500 €, interesting to know what prices are overseas! I also write books on the Thompson submachine gun (search under the name "Tom Davis, Jr." on Amazon), but I always recommend Frank's book for those with World War II Thompson guns.ĭo you ever see any Colt manufactured Thompson guns in Belgium? I believe there is a "Look Inside" feature on Amazon. Please post a picture of the serial number area on the frame.įrank's American Thunder III is hardcover, $40, and available on. You will also understand why I know the frame is from Savage Arms. For example, you will understand the ordnance wheel and WB markings on the left side receiver. Frank's book by far will have the most information and allow you to really understand the making of your Thompson during World War II. There is little chance of finding any information on your specific Thompson gun by serial number in the USA. Congratulations on having an operational Thompson submachine gun in Belgium.
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