SKU: MGAUT1
The Auto Ordnance Thompson 1927 .45 ACP Black stick magazine is a genuine single-stack magazine purpose-built for the Thompson submachine gun platform in .45 ACP caliber. This is the original stick configuration that defined the Thompson system—a single-column feed geometry that ensures reliable feeding with the iconic profile operators and collectors recognize. The steel construction provides the durability required for repeated field use and long-term storage without compromising feeding reliability.
Steel magazines in .45 ACP are engineered to manage the cartridge's dimensional requirements and energy profile. The stick magazine geometry means a narrower profile compared to drum magazines, making it suitable for scenarios where magazine profile matters for storage, transport, or rapid tactical transitions. The magazine's weight of 0.44 lbs when empty is typical for steel stick magazines in this caliber and contributes to overall control and balance characteristics. Dimensions of 3 x 1.5 x 9.5 inches provide the compact footprint the Thompson platform is known for.
This magazine is intended for Thompson M1927 owners, range enthusiasts building registered or semi-automatic Thompson setups, and collectors maintaining period-correct inventories. The .45 ACP cartridge remains popular for its effective energy, low recoil impulse in full-auto platforms, and widespread ammunition availability. Whether cycling the Thompson on the range, conducting function tests, or maintaining a complete magazine rotation, the stick magazine provides the authentic Thompson experience with straightforward, proven design.
The Thompson platform has remained in continuous production and use since the 1920s—a testament to the fundamentals built into the system. Steel stick magazines are considered the baseline for Thompson reliability and are the standard reference point against which aftermarket options are measured. For owners seeking authentic, dependable feeding hardware, the Auto Ordnance stick magazine represents the original specification.
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