Videos tagged with Auto-Ordnance Corporation

This review of the Thompson M1A1 submachine gun highlights its role in WWII, technical specifications like its .45 ACP chambering and magazine types, and its features such as a side-charging handle and basic sights. The video includes a live-fire demonstration on a range with steel targets, where the firearm reportedly performed well. The assessment comes from an expert with high authority, knowledgeable in WWII history and firearm specifics.

This ASMR short focuses on the Thompson Model 1928, also known as the 'Chicago Typewriter'. It demonstrates the action cycling, controls (fire selector and safety), and the Lyman ladder sight. The video also shows loading .45 ACP snap caps and highlights receiver and manufacturer markings, emphasizing the firearm's historical significance and mechanical operation.

This video showcases the full-auto capabilities of the Thompson 1928 submachine gun, demonstrating its performance with both stick and 50-round drum magazines. It highlights the weapon's high rate of fire, stability during controlled bursts, and the visual process of open-bolt cycling and brass ejection in slow motion. The footage includes point-of-view shots through the iron sights, offering a comprehensive look at this iconic firearm in action on an outdoor range.

The Thompson M1A1 submachine gun, a simplified WWII-era variant, offers iconic full-auto performance in .45 ACP. While its 12lb weight aids stability, the stock ergonomics can be awkward. Production costs were significantly reduced for mass deployment compared to earlier models.

This video provides an in-depth look at the iconic Thompson M1A1 submachine gun, showcasing its full-auto capabilities on a range. It delves into the firearm's rich history, from its design by John Thompson to its notorious use during Prohibition and its significant role in WWII. The review highlights design changes in the M1A1 variant and compares it to the M3 Grease Gun, discussing production cost factors. Accuracy and handling in both semi-auto and full-auto are demonstrated, concluding with praise for its stopping power and reliability.