Videos tagged with 1921 Thompson

This video debunks common firearm myths seen in popular Christmas movies like Die Hard, A Christmas Story, and Home Alone. Host Brent Wheat, Editor of GUNS Magazine, highlights how Hollywood often uses replicas, props, and inaccurate portrayals of firearms and their use for dramatic effect. The content serves as a cautionary tale, emphasizing that movie depictions should not be mistaken for real-world firearms training or safety protocols.

This video compares three Thompson submachine gun variants: the 1921, 1921/28, and M1A1, focusing on their rates of fire and shootability. The 1921 fires fastest at 960 rpm and is surprisingly controllable, while the 1921/28 (830 rpm) is slightly harder to manage. The M1A1, with the slowest rate of fire (655 rpm), is deemed the most difficult to control due to its lack of a compensator. The original 1921 is preferred for its shooting experience despite less refined sights.

This video details the evolution of the Thompson submachine gun, focusing on the 1921/28 overstamp model. It highlights the modifications made to reduce the rate of fire from 800 to 600 RPM for the US Navy, primarily by adding weight to the actuator. The historical context of its limited early sales and eventual adoption by various US military and law enforcement branches is explored, alongside its high historical price point.

This video compares the 1921 and 1928 Thompson submachine guns, highlighting their differences in rate of fire and controllability. The 1921 model fires at 900 RPM, making it difficult to control, while the 1928 model was modified to a slower 650 RPM for improved handling. The discussion also covers magazine variations and the innovative Blish lock mechanism.

This review covers the iconic Thompson Submachine Gun, detailing its history from WWI design to Prohibition-era fame and WWII modifications. Hickok45 demonstrates its full-auto capability, compares different models (1921 vs. 1928A1), and explains its engineering, including the friction-delayed recoil system and caliber choice of .45 ACP. The video also touches on magazine types, field stripping, and its historical impact on law enforcement and legislation.

This review delves into John Thompson's original 1919 prototype submachine gun, the precursor to the iconic 'Tommy Gun'. The prototype, brought to Colt in 1919, featured a .45 ACP caliber, an 'X' serial number, and lacked a stock or sights, serving as the 'pattern gun'. It evolved into the Model 1921, which incorporated a high-polish finish, finned barrel, compensator, stock, and drum magazine compatibility. Early production models were expensive and primarily used by gangsters and law enforcement.