Just like the Thompson, these Shermans were a vital part of the war effort. Nearly 50,000 Shermans were produced during World War II, seeing action primarily in Europe against Nazi Germany.
AUTO ORDNANCE 1927 M1 THOMPSON REVIEW SERIES
It is only fitting then that Auto-Ordnance continue the series of WWII commemorative guns with the “Tanker Thompson”, dedicated to the memory of the brave American soldiers who faced the enemy in steel chariots like the M4 Sherman Tank. The term may have originated in describing armored fighting vehicles, but it also clearly describes the Tommy Gun. “Built like a tank” is a phrase that has entered the American lexicon as a means to describe hardware that is durable, strong, and nearly indestructible. The frame and receiver are milled from solid steel or aluminum, the wood is genuine American walnut and the overall finish is a blued steel or black anodized aluminum. The look and feel are authentic, right down to the side bolt action. Auto Ordnance is offering the same attention to craftsmanship today that made the original so highly regarded. The Thompson M1 was used victoriously in battles throughout the world, inscribing its place for all times as a legend among military firearms. Here is the Auto Ordnance Thompson M1 Tanker 45acp, a semi-automatic version of the world’s first and most famous military rifle.