joseph12297 Posted January 29, 2015 Report Share Posted January 29, 2015 Finally got my copy Tuesday, what a great reference, I can't imagine the amount of work that went into it. Thank you TD!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MG08 Posted January 29, 2015 Report Share Posted January 29, 2015 Well just ordered mine. I suppose this is going to cost me a lot more money in the end, since I will want another Thompson or two now..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard w. Posted January 30, 2015 Report Share Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) TD - if you're looking for a good retailer for the book, I know that the book section in the gift shop at NRA Headquarters in Fairfax Va features many highly specialized gun books such as yours. A lot of them are signed by the author. That's where I picked up my Ultimate Thompson Book. Edited January 30, 2015 by richard w. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giantpanda4 Posted January 30, 2015 Report Share Posted January 30, 2015 TD,Excellent! I have read about 1/2 way through and I realized I am being transported back to the WWII days...In spite of there being a lot of numbers, this book is telling the story of what it must have been like living through those dark days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gio Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 TD. Just finished reading your new book. It gave me a new insight on how the British were desperately trying to procure weapons for their troops. Interesting was their thinking with cash and carry then with the lend-lease. James West did a lot of research and hard work getting all the information while you were sitting at your computer with a drink in your hand. I think this is a must read for any serious Thompson enthusiast. The pictures are informative. I liked the picture on page 42 of the British soldier unloading a box of Thompson's and just pilling them up in his hands not worrier about the guns getting scratched. This is a far cry with the way we handle out Thompson's today. The only disturbing picture was at the end of the book.That was the picture of the author. Great written book, Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD. Posted January 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 I certainly appreciate everyone's comments. Frank is right on point about Mk VII's research and hard work making this product possible. As I stated at the beginning of the book, all accolades for this work belong to James; I take responsibility for all gaffes. Our goal was to put a bargain priced book on the market that contained a lot of new information and put to rest, with documented sources, much mis-information on this subject. About the last picture, that could have been the cover shot richard w., I will certainly look at the bookstore at the NRA Headquarters as a potential retailer for my book. I would ask anyone that has a favorite gun show, Internet and/or brick & mortar book retailer to PM with the contact information as i do offer a very good wholesale discount to retailers. Asking for this book with your favorite seller and then recommending it goes along was in getting this book in the marketplace. Again, thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM76 Posted February 2, 2015 Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Tom I just ordered your book and looking forward to reading it . Tino Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Dog 1110 Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 TomI got your book yesterday and couldn't put it down.I can only imagine the Thompson lovers and caretakers of future generations enjoying your work as much as I did. We'll done.Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m3bobby Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 My book was dispatched yesterday from the US, it arrived in the UK 5000 miles later, today! How is that possible!!! I was obviously very disappointed in that it had just flown 5000 miles and I had to leave for work with out so much as a flick through. Still, I can't wait to get home at 4am and have a read! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD. Posted February 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 I am going to bump this back to the top so any late comers will see the announcement. It is soon to be sent to the book board. I appreciate all the sales and comments. Again, thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
765 21D Posted February 15, 2015 Report Share Posted February 15, 2015 HI Tom, I am loving your new book on the Thompson in British service, so lets keep this thread up top D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joseph12297 Posted February 15, 2015 Report Share Posted February 15, 2015 I got to enjoy it through the end this weekend. The only suggestion I would make on this great reference book would be to change the picture on the last page to a picture of Tango.... Thank again TD and every one else involved. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomas.hondo Posted February 16, 2015 Report Share Posted February 16, 2015 Ordered. Can't wait to get it. Have been stationed in NY for the past 2 years and look forward to being reunited w/my '1928 Savage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt3_guns Posted February 18, 2015 Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 Tom - Congrats!!! - this is a great read!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD. Posted March 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 And while I am bumping things back to the top... On a serious note I appreciate all the comments. James and I have both noted how every remark received thus far on the Board and via private e-mail has been positive. Thank you for all your support! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim c 351 Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 I just thru caution to the wind and ordered Tom's new book.I sure hope he had Arthur proof read it before going to the printer.That's the only thing that would insure the elimination of even the slightest inaccuracy.Jim C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
full auto 45 Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 Jim C, little known fact, Arty is actually TD under another board name. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim c 351 Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 Mike,Very interesting.All this time I was under the mistaken notion that Arthur was actually Tracie Hill.Thanks for setting me straight.Jim C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Fliegenheimer Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 @ Mike, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalbert Posted March 28, 2015 Report Share Posted March 28, 2015 ForgottenWeapons.com has posted an online video review of Tom's book. Pretty cool stuff... http://www.forgottenweapons.com/ David Albertdalbert@sturmgewehr.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim c 351 Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 How about a back to the top for Tom's book also.Can't have Bill pull ahead of Tom in book sales.Might end a beautiful friendship.Jim C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD. Posted June 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2015 I am going to bump this back up to the top again since new Thompson enthusiasts are always joining the Board. Sales have been good, thanks in large part to this Board and the many compliments offered by the members. If a new Thompson book can pass muster here.... I was informed by a reader that I needed to obtain more facebook likes for my website. I am not on facebook but do not mind asking those members who are on facebook to "Like" my website if you enjoyed the book. As always, thank you for all your support. https://www.createspace.com/5070216 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The1930sRust Posted June 2, 2015 Report Share Posted June 2, 2015 TD, if you're not on Facebook, you're nobody. Just saying. Hell, my mom is on FB! PS: Just bought the book. Thanks! R. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD. Posted July 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2015 Rust,I guess I am a nobody - no facebook for me I hope you are enjoying the read. Will we see you at the upcoming All Thompson Show and Shoot in Granville, Ohio? I am bringing this thread back up to the top on this wonderful 4th of July for the many new members that join the Board monthly. Have a great holiday weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joseph12297 Posted July 6, 2015 Report Share Posted July 6, 2015 Don't feel bad TD, I must be a nobody also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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