The Thompson Submachine gun has been famous since it was first invented in 1919 by General John T. Thompson. The gun is easily recognizable and holds historical importance after being used in WWII and during the Prohibition by law enforcement and criminals alike. Informally, the Thompson is known as the "Tommy Gun," the "Trench Broom," the "Trench Sweeper," the "Chicago Piano," the "Chicago Typewriter," and the "Chopper."
The gun was originally invented to be used for trench warfare during WWI, but the war ended before prototypes could be shipped over to Europe. The gun was originally going to be called "The Anihilator" but for post-WWI marketing purposes it was renamed the "Thompson Submachine Gun."
The tommy gun was adopted by the U.S. Military in 1938 and played an important role in WWII for the Allied troops as a weapon for scouts, non-commissioned officers, and patrol-leaders. It was also widely utilized by British and Canadian Commando units as well as by U.S. paratrooper and ranger battalions.
The gun is famous for its use in the military as well as its use by gangsters. We stock two airsoft versions of the gun. One is a replica of the M1 A1 which was used mainly in the military, and the other is a replica of the 1928 version with the drum magazine typically seen in gangster films.
Thompson M1 A1 Airsoft Gun
The M1 A1 Airsoft gun is an authentic replica of the Thompson. It is fully automatic and comes with a 47 round magazine. It features a metal body and reinforced metal gearbox with steel gears and metal bushings, a simulated wood grain stock and front grip. A 1100 mAh 8.4v battery and compatible charger are also included. Fires a steady 340 FPS with 0.20g BBs. This is a great airsoft gun and one of our most popular models.
Thompson M1928 Full Metal Airsoft Gun
The M1928 is the "gangster version" of the Thompson, often seen in the hands of infamous criminals like Al Capone. Our M1928 airsoft gun is an authentic replica of the real gun. The full metal body gives it the feel of the real thing. Everything you need is included with the gun, including the battery and charger. The drum mag holds an impressive 450 rounds, more than enough to clear out your competition on the airsoft field. The simulated wood stock, pistol grip and front grip look very realistic.
