U.S. Air Force Commemorative Thompson

Additional Issues:
U.S. Army Commemorative Thompson
U.S. Marine Corps Commemorative Thompson
U.S. Navy Commemorative Thompson

Only 750 per Service Branch, Worldwide

The Thompson is a grand old American military legend and one of the most famous military firearms in the world, having gained fame in the hands of all our service branches. As such, it is a time-honored symbol of service in the military and respect for our Armed Forces. For, like many dedicated Americans, the Thompson itself served proudly in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. The American Historical Foundation is proud to honor our American Armed Forces by issuing a separate, firing commemorative Thompson in honor of each of our military service branches. Each is a beast of a weapon — a hefty twelve pounds unloaded; it takes two hands to hold it.

Highly Collectible; First Ever

Because these custom-gunsmithed Thompsons are the first ever issued to specifically honor each of our four Armed Forces, they are highly desirable and sought after, especially by veterans, their families and patriotic collectors. The worldwide edition limit is only 750 per branch, your immediate guarantee of rarity and collector value.

Unlike most modern firearms, all the major components are actually machined from massive, solid blocks of steel. The fit and finish are presentation grade. The precision-milled receiver is highly polished to highlight the deeply etched and gold-gilt infilled commemorative inscriptions, including the famous Thompson “Bullet” trademark.

24-Karat Gold Plating

Sight across the 24-Karat Gold plated rear sight, through the slot in the 24-Karat Gold plated actuator knob and over the 35 deep cooling fins of the mirror-polished-and-blued barrel. Yet more 24-Karat Gold plating gleams across the mirror-polished Cutts Compensator, front sight and trigger. All the plating is to Jewelers Grade-Heavy thickness, for lasting beauty and value. The deluxe walnut stocks—beautifully finished to high gloss—show off the three fired-enamel cloisonnés inlays (one on reverse) and the 24-Karat Gold plated sling swivels, swivel mounts and screws which affix the adjustable brown leather military sling.

A Firing Semi-Automatic

This is a firing Thompson, chambered for the same famous, readily-available .45 ACP ammunition that American military men and shooters have admired and relied on since 1911. Each has special Registry Numbers between 001 and 750, with the prefix of the service branch honored (i.e., USMC 001). This number is also inscribed on the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity, which attests to the purity of the 24-Karat Gold plating and to the strict edition limit. Each is made in the U.S.A. designed by the official maker of the famous Thompson, Auto-Ordnance Corporation, the company founded by General John T. Thompson.

Display Case

A custom-built, luxuriously lined Display Case with engraved identification plaque is available. Includes locking glass lid to protect your firearm from dust and unauthorized handling. Suitable for wall mount or tabletop display.

Shipping Procedure

We will arrange delivery through a licensed firearms dealer of your choice. You do not need a special license to own the Tribute. Anyone who can own a standard hunting rifle can own this, in most communities. (Not available in California or Connecticut.)

Reservation Form

I wish to reserve (Quantity) of the "U.S. Air Force Commemorative Thompson", a working Thompson, at the price of $2,995*. Each Thompson is numbered and registered within the limited edition of 750, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Thirty-day return privilege.

Please charge my credit card a deposit of $195 per Thompson. I will pay the balance prior to delivery at the rate of $280 per month, with no interest or carrying charge.

Optional Display Case:

I do not wish to order the optional luxuriously lined Display Case at this time.

I also wish to reserve the optional luxuriously lined Display Case. Please add $325 + shipping to the final payment.

* All orders are subject to acceptance and availability. If I cancel my reservation prior to delivery, I will receive a full refund, less a commissioning fee of $195. Shipping and handling will be added to each order. Virginia residents please add 5% sales tax.

U.S. AIR FORCE COMMEMORATIVE THOMPSON