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I'd guess that the rotor shafts were initially greased and at some point in time it became apparent that oiling was sufficient. In a similar vein, rotors were initially nickel plated and at some point in time it became apparent that bluing was sufficient. MHO, YMMV, etc.

My grand kids think that I was one of the hairy dudes with big sticks that yelled at the black monolith.

A couple of thoughts: For whatever reason, delayed blow back 9mm is all the rage right now. The MP5 is an OEM delayed blowback, and for the M16 there're several options available. With the TSMG, while the '21 and' 28 are delayed blowback, they are .45 ACP; and the M1/M1A1, is of course, a not delayed .45 ACP SMG. Very few WWII and even Korean War veterans are still alive, and those that are are probably not shooting much any longer. The TSMG (M1/M1A1) saw only limited use in the Vietnam War possibly the Korean War, and even those vets are getting up in years. Besides most vets from Vietnam on through today, are familiar with the M16, and in some cases the MP5, so such machine guns likely have more nostalgic value than TSMGs. MHO, YMMV, etc.

With all due respect, you will note that my comment was addressed specifically to MP5's (i.e., registered specific firearms), not the more flexible, hence more desirable, movable registered sears. Apples to oranges. The introduction of suitable H & K "clone" hosts has increased the desirability of the H & K registered sears. MHO, YMMV, etc.

The TSMG also has a well known "peacetime" history as "The Gun That Made The Twenties Roar" and as the firearm of choice for "The Depression Desperados". Note also, the modern, much heralded, H & K MP5 has experienced generally flat sales prices of late also.

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According to one of the co-founders of Battlefield Las Vegas in a post he made on AR15.com a few years ago, for their rental M16s they buy standard, off the shelf recoil springs and get about 150,000 rounds with them before replacement when the spring gets too short. Of course, the geometry on a Thompson spring is different as is the type of loading encountered.

In "The MAC Man" book by Frank Iannamico and Don Thomas on the bottom half of page 293 there's a RPB ad that includes AR-15 to M16 steel drop in auto sears at 10 for $175.00 (with a advisory to consult your local BATF office).

Yeah, Bonnie and Clyde should have taken a Tesla instead of the '34 Ford.

Relining Thompson barrels was discussed in the Full Auto Forum a few years ago. IIRC, at that time only one case was known and that was done on a gun that was subsequently only used for display. MHO, YMMV, etc.

As the firearms have likely accrued a significant rise in value over the time owned, I suggest that you check with a knowledgeable tax advisor to determine if and how much potential capital gains tax you are facing so you can plan accordingly. Best of luck with your sale. MHO, YMMV, etc.

Perhaps it would be accurate to say that you have successfully completed your Internship, and are now a Resident?

I believe that prices for luxury and/or discretionary items has flattened or weakened in the last several months. Some feel that this may be a harbinger of an imminent recessionary period. MHO, YMMV, etc.

In my experience, Kroil is better than any other product for breaking down long term acquired rusted interfaces. I've had a few threaded interfaces that took a several day Kroil soak to get loose. All the advice regarding the screw driver is on point as well. Best of luck. MHO, YMMV, etc. Be well.