AUTO ORDNANCE T1CH 1927A-1 45 ACP DELUXE CASE HARDENED

The Auto-Ordnance Thompson 1927A-1 Deluxe Case Hardened (T1CH) is a semi-automatic carbine chambered in 45 ACP that faithfully reproduces the look and feel of the legendary Tommy Gun with a hand-applied color case hardened finish that makes every example a visually distinct piece. This 45 ACP Thompson carbine is built for collectors, range shooters, and American firearms history enthusiasts who want a fully functional semi-automatic Tommy Gun that performs as well as it displays.

Key Features

• Manufacturer part number: T1CH
• Caliber: 45 ACP
• Action type: Semi-automatic, closed-bolt, blowback operated
• Barrel length: 16.5 inches finned, 18 inches with pinned Cutts compensator
• Overall length: 41 inches
• Weight: 13 lbs unloaded
• Receiver material: All-steel machined receiver
• Receiver finish: Color case hardened with clear protective coat
• Barrel finish: Blued
• Stock: Polished walnut fixed buttstock and vertical foregrip
• Sights: Blade front, open rear adjustable for elevation
• Sight radius: 28 inches
• Magazine: One 20-round stick magazine included
• Compatible magazine capacities: 10, 20, 30, 50, and 100 round options
• Made in USA, Worcester, MA
• Warranty: 1 year

Special Features

• Color case hardening is a traditional heat-treat finishing process applied to the steel receiver that produces a swirling, iridescent pattern of blues, purples, golds, and browns unique to each individual firearm, meaning no two T1CH Thompsons carry the same exact finish
• A clear protective topcoat is applied over the case hardened surface to preserve the finish through handling, carry, and range use without dulling the color or requiring special storage conditions
• The pinned Cutts compensator is a direct reproduction of the original accessory carried on military-issue Thompson submachine guns, adding period-correct appearance while extending the functional barrel length to 18 inches
• The all-steel receiver construction mirrors the weight and handling characteristics of the original 1927 pattern Thompson, giving the shooter an authentic feel that aluminum-frame variants cannot replicate
• Polished walnut furniture on the fixed buttstock, vertical foregrip, and pistol grip elevates the T1CH above standard Thompson variants, giving the wood components a finished appearance that complements the case hardened metalwork
• The closed-bolt, semi-automatic action is built to modern manufacturing tolerances that produce better mechanical accuracy than original open-bolt Thompson submachine guns

Practical Benefits

• The 45 ACP chambering feeds from the same magazines compatible with all Auto-Ordnance Thompson variants, so you can add 50-round drum or 30-round stick magazines to extend your range sessions without requiring dedicated accessories for this model
• The 41-inch overall length and fixed walnut stock give the T1CH a stable, shouldered shooting platform that suits bench shooting, static range sessions, and slow-fire accuracy work where the carbine format excels
• At 13 pounds, this is a heavy, substantial firearm that communicates quality and historical authenticity in the hand and on the shoulder, making it a natural centerpiece for a collection focused on American military heritage firearms
• The blowback semi-automatic action is mechanically simple and straightforward to maintain, keeping long-term ownership costs low even for shooters who are new to semi-automatic carbine platforms
• Compatible with the full range of Auto-Ordnance stick and drum magazines, this carbine gives you flexibility to configure your range experience from a practical 20-round carry load to a 50-round or 100-round drum format
• If you are a collector or shooter who wants a Thompson that stands apart from standard blue-steel variants on the rack, the Auto-Ordnance T1CH gives your collection a hand-finished, one-of-a-kind piece that shoots as well as it looks

The Auto-Ordnance Thompson 1927A-1 Deluxe Case Hardened (T1CH) in 45 ACP is a solid fit for the collector or range shooter who wants a visually unique, all-steel, American-made semi-automatic Thompson with a traditional finish that no two examples share.