The Auto-Ordnance Thompson 1927A1 Deluxe Carbine is a semi-auto carbine chambered in .45 ACP, wrapped in a bold gold and tiger-stripe finish that makes it one of the most distinctive Thompsons available (brand part no. T150DTGTS). Auto-Ordnance builds this carbine on a 16.5-inch barrel, keeping the classic look and feel of the original 1920s Thompson while updating it to modern semi-auto function for civilian ownership. It ships with both a 50-round drum magazine and a 20-round stick magazine, so shooters can run the iconic drum-fed setup or switch to a lighter, faster-handling stick mag. A blade front sight and fixed battle rear sight round out a simple, reliable sighting system built for quick target acquisition. Collectors and Thompson fans who want a carbine that stands out in the safe and on the range will appreciate this gold tiger-stripe Deluxe model.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45 ACP, the classic pistol-caliber cartridge the Thompson platform was built around.
• Runs in semi-auto only, firing one round per trigger pull with no NFA paperwork required.
• Fitted with a 16.5-inch barrel, matching the classic Thompson carbine profile.
• Ships with a 50-round drum magazine for the iconic Thompson look and extended strings of fire.
• Also includes a 20-round stick magazine for a lighter, faster-handling option.
• Uses a blade front sight for fast, simple target acquisition.
• Paired with a fixed battle rear sight that mirrors the original Thompson sighting system.
• Finished in a bold gold and tiger-stripe pattern, a cosmetic treatment not found on standard Thompsons.
• Ships secure in its case at approximately 24.8 pounds, reflecting the Thompson’s all-steel construction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Thompson fully automatic? No, it is semi-auto only, firing one round per trigger pull.

What magazines are included? A 50-round drum magazine and a 20-round stick magazine both ship with the carbine.

What makes the finish different from other Thompsons? It wears a bold gold and tiger-stripe finish, a distinctive cosmetic treatment not found on standard blued or chrome models.

Buy the Auto-Ordnance Thompson 1927A1 Deluxe .45 ACP Carbine, Gold Tiger Stripe

This gold tiger-stripe Thompson is a genuine head-turner, combining classic 1920s styling with a finish you will not find on any other carbine in our semi-auto rifle lineup. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping straight to your FFL.