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Thanks, It is my new addiction I think. I have shot most of my life but the fun factor on this gun is by far my favorite. It’s not self defense gun, I have plenty of those so if it’s not 100% reliable I’m not going to fall on my sword. I am just trying to get it tuned up enough to be reasonably reliable at the range. It’s not an original, I can’t afford one, buts this replica is still great to shoot and own.

Sorry, extractor.

Update on my 1927 T1-14, picked it up from the gun store, cleaned and lubed it up and went to the range. Fired 200 rounds Winchester white box 230 gr FMJ. I had about 30% failure to feed, most of the time I would have to pull the cocking handle back about an inch watch the round drop in the chamber and release the handle. Since it is under warranty I had the shop I purchased the gun from send it back to the factory and they were happy to do so. Got it back 4 weeks later and the paperwork stated the polished the ejector. I have since put 400 rounds through the gun with no problems and I love shooting it. I could not be happier with it. When I looked at the end of the ejector it did l did see what appeared to be polishing marks at the very end of the ejector that grabs the brass casing so thats the latest from my experience.

Thanks for the great tips and info, will let you know how it shoots.

Thanks for the welcome and advice, I need all I can get. My pan was a 55, had some good times on that bike, several shovels and I was lucky my wife never complained when we broke down, just got the tools and spare parts out of the bags and went to work. I hope the Thompson does the same.

Hi, Im Paul and wanted to introduce myself. My favorite guns have always been revolvers and 1911s. I have a few semi-auto rifles, but always loved the look of the Thompson. Shortly I will be picking up my first, 1927A1 T1-14 new from a local gun shop. When I did some of my on line research I understood quickly that these guns are unique and may require special attention and care periodically. Many years ago I rode old school pan and shovel head Motorcycles that required the same. Lots of maintenance and tweaking to keep them running smooth but riding one was the reward. I joined your forum because I know very little about the care and feeding of the Thompson and I am eager to learn, thought this is a good place to start with lots of knowledge and experience floating around here. I am going to first start searching for initial break in advice and things to watch for and possibly avoid any big mistakes right off the bat. Look forward to talking with you. Thanks from the newest rookie.