Anyone know what “AAE” means stamped on Thompson Buttstock?

[Buzzbomb]

Hi again all, 

Have received some more pics on my secured Thompson pending full payment. 
 

Does anyone know what the buttstock stamping AAE mean as shown on the picture below? 
 

There is also no “US Property” stamp behind the rear sight either. Which adds further confusion to the Russian heritage pitch  

All and any help appreciated.

 

 

Edited January 6 by Buzzbomb
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[RoscoeTurner]

Augusta Arsenal rebuild marking.  The E is for the inspector's last name.

[Buzzbomb]

7 minutes ago, RoscoeTurner said:

Augusta Arsenal rebuild marking.  The E is for the inspector's last name.

Cool, that ties up nicely with the rest of the gun (the parkerising etc) 

Im fairly confident that if this gun did ever end up in Russia, it was not for the effort of WW2. But a post war thing. 
 

Thank you for your help. 

[Frank I.]

Everything you need to know about Military Thompsons is here for $39.95  (plug :- ) )

https://chipotlepublishing.com/our-books/

American Thunder: Military Thompson Machine Guns Hardcover

 

An in-depth study of the famous Thompson submachine gun. Fielded by the United States and her allies during World War II. This is the third printing of American Thunder; the Military Thompson Submachinegun Guns. The concept of the Thompson originated during World War I, by John T. Thompson. By the time the weapon was designed and placed into production, the war had ended. Post war sales were made to a few law enforcement agencies and corporations, but some ended up in the hands of criminals, earning the gun a sinister reputation. Nearly twenty years later, at the beginning of World War II, there was a desperate need for weapons, and the Thompson was placed back in production. The submachine gun was issued to U.S. and allied military forces and helped win the war. 412 pages, color and black/white photos.

 

[Buzzbomb]

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2 hours ago, Frank Iannamico said:

Everything you need to know about Military Thompsons is here for $39.95  (plug :- ) )

https://chipotlepublishing.com/our-books/

American Thunder: Military Thompson Machine Guns Hardcover

 

An in-depth study of the famous Thompson submachine gun. Fielded by the United States and her allies during World War II. This is the third printing of American Thunder; the Military Thompson Submachinegun Guns. The concept of the Thompson originated during World War I, by John T. Thompson. By the time the weapon was designed and placed into production, the war had ended. Post war sales were made to a few law enforcement agencies and corporations, but some ended up in the hands of criminals, earning the gun a sinister reputation. Nearly twenty years later, at the beginning of World War II, there was a desperate need for weapons, and the Thompson was placed back in production. The submachine gun was issued to U.S. and allied military forces and helped win the war. 412 pages, color and black/white photos.

 

Hi Frank, it looks like I can’t get a copy sent to New Zealand. Would like to get the third addition. 

[RoscoeTurner]

6 hours ago, Buzzbomb said:

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Hi Frank, it looks like I can’t get a copy sent to New Zealand. Would like to get the third addition. 

Possibly from Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/American-Thunder-Military-Thompson-Machine/dp/0982391870/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2UH7G0T2TISO2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.0VM1x71UIU7QT1KoHfyJWh2Rdtehw5uRVT6cCpev8baGRJYFo-TMG_MTo1xu3bb5vAMBrOuyWQXb1zsu97x0i7OVhlAY73B1fKxDEJOtGS2O-45qk5qZ_wg_YBocRZOmeRAYvmT-awoaaYtHvb6UcQ.DmMGfvHMfb_MndXFsnFRcq5gNABGryLQ8wSInzBZkGk&dib_tag=se&keywords=american+thunder+military+thompson+submachine+guns&qid=1736244825&sprefix=american+thunder+thompson%2Caps%2C472&sr=8-1

[Rekraps]

14 hours ago, RoscoeTurner said:

Augusta Arsenal rebuild marking.  The E is for the inspector's last name.

Very nice! You are a walking encyclopedia!

[Frank I.]

10 hours ago, Buzzbomb said:

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Hi Frank, it looks like I can’t get a copy sent to New Zealand. Would like to get the third addition. 

On eBay, they have an inexpensive way to ship overseas from the US. You only have to pay to ship the item to a facility in Illinois, and there are no customs forms to fill out. Although there may be additional impost taxes or duty, not sure. 

If you are interested I will list one on eBay and send you a link.

If they do charge you an outrageous shipping cost, you can cancel the order and I will refund any payment  

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If you ask nicely Frank might even be persuaded to sign it for you!😀

[rpbcps]

11 hours ago, Buzzbomb said:

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Hi Frank, it looks like I can’t get a copy sent to New Zealand. Would like to get the third addition.

In my collection, I have a copy of American Thunder 3, and often refer to it. 

It is an excellent reference source for the WW2 Thompson's.

Direct from Frank...

Edited January 7 by rpbcps
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