Original U.S. WWII Thompson Submachine Gun Accessory Lot with British-Made Action Cover, Sling, and Magazine Bag German Antique Guns retained by steel rivets

retained by steel rivets

This leather dry rotted and tore away long ago

and could probably be traces to an important German family

1911 and June 16

This example retains its original elk-hide thong which is still well-braided

Original U.S. WWII Thompson Submachine Gun Accessory Lot with British-Made Action Cover, Sling, and Magazine Bag German Antique Guns retained by steel rivetsOriginal Items. Only One Lot Available. The Thompson submachine was invented by John T. Thompson in 1919 and became infamous during the Prohibition era. It was a common sight of the time, being used by both law enforcement officers and criminals. The Thompson was also known informally as: the "Tommy Gun," the "Trench Broom," the "Trench Sweeper," the "Chicago Piano," the "Chicago Typewriter," and the "Chopper." The Thompson was favored by soldiers,