This celebrates the Corps visual heritage by representing both major dress uniforms. Chambered in the formidable .45 ACP, this is the ultimate tribute for any Marine, veteran or collector. Honor two and a half centuries of valor with this tribute customized by Altered Arsenal. The Thompson carbine features a two-tone black-and-white receiver, with "MARINES" emblazoned in USMC Red. Its top is adorned with a red and gold design evoking the iconic Dress Blue uniform, while the wood furniture is engraved with historic battle scenes. Includes a 20rd and 30rd round stick magazine.
Brand Thompson
Category Rifles
Series 250th Anniversary
Model Marines
Caliber 45 ACP
Barrel Length Range 16" to 16.99"
Stock Finish Group Brown
Capacity 20+1
Stock Material Wood
Oal 38"
Sights Blade Front / Fixed Battle Rear
Barrel Finish Midnight Blue Cerakote
Barrel Material Steel
Grips Engraved Wood
Receiver Material Steel
Stock Description Fixed
Barrel Length 16.50"
Max Capacity 30
Receiver Finish Midnight Blue / Stormtrooper White Cerakote
Weight 11.50 lbs
Stock Finish Walnut
Caliber Dictionary
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The 45 ACP (45 Auto) was designed by John Browning in 1905 for his prototype semiautomatic pistol that eventually became the legendary Colt 1911, using a .452-inch bullet. Browning proposed a 200-grain bullet; U.S. Army Ordnance, smarting from reports of poor performance of the 38 Long Colt in the Philippines, increased bullet weight to 230 grains for greater stopping power...and the 45 ACP as it is today was adopted in 1911. It remains an iconic and popular handgun cartridge for personal defense and competition, and was used by the U.S. military in submachine guns (Thompson and M3) through the 1970s. Although largely replaced by the 9mm for military use and the 9mm and/or 40 S&W in the law enforcement community, the 45 ACP is still used by the U.S. military and numerous law enforcement agencies in various applications. The standard load remains a 230-grain bullet at 780 to 850 fps, but lighter, faster bullets from 165 to 200 grain, delivering a bit less recoil, are also available. — Craig Boddington
