Archive for tommy gun

The "Tommy's" Thompson

Thompson submachine guns served with British troops during World War II.

February 23, 2011

Thompson Submachine Gun: The Tommy Gun Goes to War

After World War I, Thompson became very interested in, if not obsessed with, the concept of a “trench broom,” as he called it, for close quarter fighting.

February 15, 2011

Here’s Tommy

Top Shot kicked this season off by having shooters compete for team selection, team challenge and show survival using three iconic American firearms. It was a great start for a show that spotlights both historic and modern firearms in a very positive light.

February 15, 2011

Auto-Ordnance TA5 Pistol (Page Two)

A fun semi-auto version of the iconic Tommy Gun.

September 22, 2009

Auto-Ordnance TA5 Pistol

A fun semi-auto version of the iconic Tommy Gun.

September 22, 2009

Taking Down a “Public Enemy”

John Dillinger and Melvin Purvis battled in the heyday of the American gangster.

July 14, 2009