TD. Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Just released on Amazon.com is my new book, An Amateur’s Guide for the Colt’s Thompson Submachine Gun (Or How to be an Informed Buyer in a Very Expensive Market) I have been a member of this great Forum for a long time. Over the years, I have noticed with increased frequency the number of new members that have what I consider to be basic questions concerning the Colt’s Thompson gun. Of course, we have many knowledgeable members that are always willing to help, making this the best Forum on the Internet. The purpose of this book is to educate those that are new to the community and looking to spend thousands of dollars for a Colt’s Thompson. Or just want to understand the product better and may be a potential buyer in the future. This book can easily save a novice collector thousands of dollars when looking to purchase that perfect Colt's. I have also included information that will be very valuable to many of the more knowledgeable members of the Forum.Some of the topics include: 1. What to look for and avoid when shopping for a Colt’s. 2. Each Auto-Ordnance model explained in pictures with detailed information. 3. How to identify an original Colt’s era actuator, including the three original NAVY actuator variations. 4. The St. Louis Police Department Colt’s story, including the gangster guns and Models of 1927. 5. How to safely shoot an original Colt’s Thompson without devaluing it. 6. How to clean and properly refinish the Colt’s wood. 7. How to identify an original Spare Part Kit Container. 8. And much more information that will greatly aid the novice and educate many current owners about General Thompson’s trench broom. The book is filled with numerous color photographs and expansive captions that will show Thompson enthusiasts the many important features of a Colt's Thompson. While geared toward the beginner or new enthusiast, advanced collectors will find a lot of valuable and heretofore unknown and unpublished information. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments regarding my new Thompson book. I also want to thank those who have purchased Great Britain – The Tommy Gun Story. Aside from a few grammar errors, not one passage in GB-TTGS has been shown to be inaccurate. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1794453814/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=An+Amateur%27s+Guide+to+the+Colt%27s+Thompson+Submachine+Gun&qid=1555851990&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgvince Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Great subject Tom. I'll not likely ever own a Colt Thompson but I'll own this book. Never enough information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mohawk64 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Getting one this afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autorotate Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Tom, Are bringing some to TATA shoot in August? John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD. Posted April 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 John,Yes, the book will be available at the All Thompson Show & Shoot in August. I am hoping to have my copies first available at the Ohio Gun Collectors Association (OGCA) Display Show on Saturday, May 11, 2019. I will be at one of the Author's Tables. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalbert Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 I saw the final proof copy of the book last weekend, and can assure prospective buyers that Tom did another fine job on it. Congratulations, Tom! David Albertdalbert@sturmgewehr.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sig Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 Having reviewed this proof myself as well, I will make this statement, "Wish I had it as a reference when I first started collecting". Considering the great sums we put towards our collections, this is a bargain. Great job Tom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thompsonteenager Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 Just released on Amazon.com is my new book, An Amateurs Guide for the Colts Thompson Submachine Gun (Or How to be an Informed Buyer in a Very Expensive Market) COVER - for MGB com 21Apr2019.jpg I have been a member of this great Forum for a long time. Over the years, I have noticed with increased frequency the number of new members that have what I consider to be basic questions concerning the Colts Thompson gun. Of course, we have many knowledgeable members that are always willing to help, making this the best Forum on the Internet. The purpose of this book is to educate those that are new to the community and looking to spend thousands of dollars for a Colts Thompson. Or just want to understand the product better and may be a potential buyer in the future. This book can easily save a novice collector thousands of dollars when looking to purchase that perfect Colt's. I have also included information that will be very valuable to many of the more knowledgeable members of the Forum.Some of the topics include: 1. What to look for and avoid when shopping for a Colts. 2. Each Auto-Ordnance model explained in pictures with detailed information. 3. How to identify an original Colts era actuator, including the three original NAVY actuator variations. 4. The St. Louis Police Department Colts story, including the gangster guns and Models of 1927. 5. How to safely shoot an original Colts Thompson without devaluing it. 6. How to clean and properly refinish the Colts wood. 7. How to identify an original Spare Part Kit Container. 8. And much more information that will greatly aid the novice and educate many current owners about General Thompsons trench broom. The book is filled with numerous color photographs and expansive captions that will show Thompson enthusiasts the many important features of a Colt's Thompson. While geared toward the beginner or new enthusiast, advanced collectors will find a lot of valuable and heretofore unknown and unpublished information. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments regarding my new Thompson book. I also want to thank those who have purchased Great Britain The Tommy Gun Story. Aside from a few grammar errors, not one passage in GB-TTGS has been shown to be inaccurate. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1794453814/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=An+Amateur's+Guide+to+the+Colt's+Thompson+Submachine+Gun&qid=1555851990&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnullProbably be buying! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSMGguy Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 (edited) Looks great, TD! Edited May 1, 2019 by TSMGguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hntrdarren Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 Congratulations on your new book Tom, cant wait to get copy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
full auto 45 Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 I was expecting this to be available at the NRA TATA booth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAW23015 Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Received mine today, very well done..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
83Baron Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Great excerpt on the Stl PD guns as well. Nice book! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thompsonteenager Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 I think it's out of stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gijive Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 I think it's out of stockIt says In Stock on Amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chromebolt Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 I bought one will be delivered tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mohawk64 Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Tom. You have hit a home run. Just got the book. Read the article on the st Louis pd guns. Is great. Thanks for the outstanding work. And thanks to anyone else that contributed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imageaudio Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Just purchased the book on Amazon. Look forward to reading it soon. I've already purchased most of the other books available on the Thompsons including the Ultimate Thompson, American Thunder and The Tommy Gun story. And while these books teach alot about the variations, it's awesome to have a book that can help walk us through the potential pitfalls of a purchase. The post does raise some interesting questions for us novices. Such as what are the types of scams we need to look out for? Wondering if someone would care to share some examples of the types of problems and/or scams we might encounter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjvpo8 Posted April 25, 2019 Report Share Posted April 25, 2019 Received my copy today. Very well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grease Gunner Posted April 25, 2019 Report Share Posted April 25, 2019 Just ordered mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stampcollector Posted April 25, 2019 Report Share Posted April 25, 2019 Got mine yesterday, Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD. Posted April 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2019 Just returned home from the NRA Convention. The American Thompson Association has a great display. Our booth has been very crowded both days. My voice is completely gone! I will return tomorrow to assist with the tear down. The Convention is open for NRA members on Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. It is well worth attending if you are in the area. I appreciate the great comments about my book. It means a lot to me. I also want to thank those that have left positive comments with Amazon. Your Customer Reviews are very important. I just noticed that Amazon.com is running a special on my book for $32.03 plus free shipping if a Prime member. I do not know how long this will last. When my author copies arrive, I will discount my book at the OGCA Display Show and at two Thompson shows. However, I cannot match this special Amazon price. If you are interested in obtaining a copy, this is a really good deal. I will be glad to personalize the book later. Again, thank you for your support. I look forward to seeing many of you in the upcoming weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron_brock Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 Thanks Tom, Ordered! Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autorotate Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 Thanks for the heads up Tom! Ordered one today... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m1a1bert Posted April 29, 2019 Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 Hello I have one of the many Colt Thompson's 1921AC's that came from the St. Louis PD back in 2017 will they be covered in the book? Thanks M1A1Bert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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