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$125 - I shortened the title to make it more visible.

I have a very nice original M1923 sling in very good condition. These were used on the TSMG and this one is configured as shown in "American Thunder II". No visible markings. Has a few rust spots on the webbing where the keepers were parked. All stitching is sound. I was with David Albert when I bought this as part of a web gear package and he said it is a very nice original example. Inquiries to: mitch@sturmgewehr.com

This was my first ATS&S and I had a great time. I learned a great deal, met interesting folks, saw some awe inspiring displays, and got to shoot a Thompson for the first time in 40 years. I really didn't expect to make it into the 4th round of the steel shoot, but I'll take it. Some special thanks (in no particular order) to hand out to the folks who really made an impression: Andrew May - The first guy I saw when I got out of my car at the Hill residence. We ended up talking for 20 minutes in the front yard and several times throughout the weekend. Enjoyed hearing about your collection (especially fondling your MP44), your career and partaking in a bit of your vast knowledge.Sutton Coffman - Though you won't see this (luddite!), you are always a WEALTH of knowledge on just about anything we talk about (even 1940s handcuffs).Tom Davis - Should be given the title "TATA Ambassador" as he is the happiest, friendliest guy in the place. Thanks for the great deal on the patches and my first Thompson though it's only a sad, destroyed trigger frame.Chuck Schauer - Another firehose of Thompson knowledge. Enjoyed the chats at the Granville Inn and I appreciate you putting your finely honed eye on that M1A1.John Lumpp - All around best story teller of the bunch with Mortician Smith following a close second. You should "grow the beard" anyway.Vince Wehner - A nice guy who stopped my climb up the steel shoot ladder. (Who knew how hard TSMG mags are to change under pressure?) Also enjoyed learning all about your Commercial Savage.Frank Ianamico - Good story teller about a sad subject. Your wife/girlfriend was a beautiful lady. Thanks for autographing my book.Robert Segal - This is actually a belated thanks for your WWI Machine Gun presentation from the last OGCA. Was nice to talk with you further.John (and Gina) Kauza - Another newbie like me! And almost a neighbor so we're going shooting sometime. And thanks to Gina for giving me hope of obtaining a TSMG someday.Frank Smith - For a great story on trying not to get shot and getting shot anyway and the whiskey, blood, Krazy Glue and metacarpal wizardry that ensued.Hill Family - What more can I say that hasn't been said above. Thanks so very much.David Albert - A good friend, fellow Rush fan, film aficionado, Chuy's insider, Service Rifle rival and certified Gun Guy. Thanks for inviting me into this band of crazies and for letting me use your flawless West Hurley for the shoots.And finally congratulations to Chuck Schauer Jr. for winning the steel match. I leave you with the final rung of the ladder for everyone's enjoyment. Mitch IMG_4249.MOV