Description
Very few firearms turn heads like a Thompson, and this one takes it a step further. The Auto-Ordnance 1927A-1 Deluxe in titanium gold with tiger stripe accents is the kind of piece people build a whole display case around. The frame and receiver are machined from solid steel, the buttstock, pistol grip, and vertical foregrip are genuine American walnut, and every classic detail of the original Chicago Typewriter is here in a semi-automatic carbine you can take to the range whenever the mood strikes.
Classic Thompson Details, Dressed Up in Gold
The 16.5 inch finned barrel wears a pinned Cutts-style compensator that brings the barrel out to 18 inches and the overall length to 41 inches. Up top you get a blade front sight paired with an open adjustable rear, and the bolt now uses a squared style handle for easier charging. At around 13 pounds of steel and walnut, this carbine soaks up the already mild recoil of .45 ACP, so range sessions are smooth and downright fun. The tiger stripe treatment over the gold plating gives every surface a pattern you will not find on any other production rifle in the rack.
Drum and Stick Magazines Included
Auto-Ordnance ships this Deluxe model with both a 50-round drum and a 20-round stick magazine. The drum completes the period-correct gangster era look for photos and display, while the stick mag is quick to load and easy to run during a casual range day. Having both in the box means you are set from day one, no hunting for accessories.
Who the 1927A-1 Deluxe Gold Tiger Stripe Is For
This is a rifle for collectors, history buffs, and anyone who wants the most eye-catching Thompson that Auto-Ordnance builds. It is produced by Kahr Arms in Worcester, Massachusetts, and backed by a one year warranty. Whether it lives on the wall or earns its keep punching big .45 caliber holes in paper, this Tommy Gun delivers a piece of American firearms history with serious flash.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Auto-Ordnance (Kahr Arms)
- Model: Thompson 1927A-1 Deluxe
- MPN: T150DTGTS
- UPC: 602686214230
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Action: Semi-Automatic
- Barrel Length: 16.5" finned (18" with compensator)
- Muzzle Device: Pinned Cutts-style compensator
- Finish: Titanium Gold Plated with Tiger Stripe
- Receiver Material: Machined solid steel
- Stock: Fixed American walnut with vertical foregrip
- Sights: Blade front, open adjustable rear
- Capacity: 50+1 (drum) / 20+1 (stick)
- Overall Length: 41"
- Weight: 13 lbs
- Orientation: Right hand
What’s Included
- Thompson 1927A-1 Deluxe carbine
- One 50-round drum magazine
- One 20-round stick magazine
- Hard case
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Thompson 1927A-1 Deluxe full auto like the original Tommy Gun?
No, this is a semi-automatic carbine, meaning one trigger pull fires one round. Auto-Ordnance builds it as a faithful reproduction of the classic Thompson look and feel, with the finned barrel, walnut furniture, and drum magazine, in a configuration made for everyday range use and collecting.
Does this model come with both a drum and a stick magazine?
Yes. This Deluxe package ships with one 50-round drum magazine and one 20-round stick magazine. The drum nails the period-correct look, while the stick mag is lighter and faster to load for regular range trips.
What kind of ammo should I run through the 1927A-1?
Stick with quality brass-cased .45 ACP. Kahr Arms specifically warns against steel-cased ammo in Thompson long guns, and these carbines tend to run their best with standard pressure ball ammunition. Ammo in the 230 grain FMJ range is the classic pairing and feeds reliably.
Is the gold finish real gold plating?
Auto-Ordnance calls this finish Titanium Gold plating with a tiger stripe pattern applied over the steel frame, receiver, and barrel. It is a durable decorative plating rather than solid gold, and it gives the rifle a one of a kind look you will not find on standard blued Thompsons.





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