nero45acp
Member
I'm thinking about getting an Auto Ordnance Thompson M1 (semi-auto Tommy Gun), and I'd appreciate any info/experiences/opinions anyone here may have concerning the AO Thompson M1.
Specifically, how are they in terms of quality, reliability, and durability? I've read that some of the early ones were problematic, how is the quality of the current ones?
Also, I'm torn between the steel receiver versus the aluminum alloy receiver models. Generally, I'd prefer a steel receiver, but the steel one weighs in at a very hefty 11.5 lbs, (even the aluminum model weighs a substantial 8lbs). I'd appreciate any input/opinions on whether I should get the steel or alloy receiver model. Did the original WW2 M1s have a steel receiver, and how much did they weigh?
http://www.auto-ordnance.com/ao_m1_f.html
http://www.auto-ordnance.com/ao_m1c_f.html
Thanks.
nero
Specifically, how are they in terms of quality, reliability, and durability? I've read that some of the early ones were problematic, how is the quality of the current ones?
Also, I'm torn between the steel receiver versus the aluminum alloy receiver models. Generally, I'd prefer a steel receiver, but the steel one weighs in at a very hefty 11.5 lbs, (even the aluminum model weighs a substantial 8lbs). I'd appreciate any input/opinions on whether I should get the steel or alloy receiver model. Did the original WW2 M1s have a steel receiver, and how much did they weigh?
http://www.auto-ordnance.com/ao_m1_f.html
http://www.auto-ordnance.com/ao_m1c_f.html
Thanks.
nero