SOLD - Rare, Mint Auto Ordnance Thompson - Korean War Commemorative (KW583 - 26861)

Description

9/6/23 - This is a commemorative Auto Ordnance Thompson in the original display case, and in unfired condition. The American Historical Foundation commissioned Auto Ordnance, the manufacturer, to produce 1500 of these firearms decorated to commemorate the Korean War and the soldiers that fought and died to protect our freedoms. These are beautifully embellished Thompsons with gold accessories and gold accented lettering. Beautiful gold-plated compensator, sling swivels, charging actuator, trigger, and adjustable sight base accentuate this Korean War Commemorative 1928 Thompson manufactured in West Hurley, New York. This special commemorative honors and memorializes those who served during the Korean War. Attractively engraved American flag on right side of receiver with Thompson bullet logo and dates of the Korean conflict, and image of the Korean War memorial just to the rear of magazine well/ejection port. Medallion with the seal of the United States of America and sentiment statement honoring the U.S. victory and veterans prominently inset into the right-hand side of the pistol grip. Medallion of Korean service inset into both sides of buttstock. Left side receiver markings indicate this commemorative was issued by the American Historical Foundation of Richmond, Virginia. Gun has familiar Auto-Ordnance and model 1928 markings on receiver with bullet logo Cutts compensator. This specimen has detachable buttstock, horizontal forend and includes one unmarked high lustrous finish 20 round magazine. Comes with the original display case and repro medals. Also includes a leather sling.