{"product_id":"denix-m1928a1-submachine-gun-usa-1918-non-firing-replica","title":"Denix M1928A1 Submachine Gun, USA 1918 – Non-Firing Replica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDenix M1928A1 Submachine Gun, USA 1918 – Non-Firing Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e – a detailed collector's submachine gun by \u003cstrong\u003eDenix\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Spanish maker of historical replicas since 1966. Replica of a rifle, made of metal and wood, with simulated mechanism of loading and firing and with removable magazine. It recreates a piece from the First and Second World War (1914–1945) period, made of wood with a black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong\u003enon-firing display replica\u003c\/strong\u003e: the mechanism is simulated for realism, it cannot fire and cannot be converted to fire. Made for collectors, film and history enthusiasts, home and office display, theatre and photography props.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M1928A1 automatic submachine gun designed by John Taliaferro Thompson in 1918 was adopted in 1938 by the United States Armed Forces serving during World War II and later in the Korean War as well as in early instances of the Vietnam War. It was the favorite of soldiers, criminals, police and civilians for their ergonomics, compact size, reliability, high firing rate in automatic mode and for their ammunition .45 ACP. It had a straight magazine of 20 cartridges or a magazine loader of 50-100 cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt acquired bad reputation during the time of Prohibition or “dry law” in the United States (1920-1933). It appeared normally in the media of that period, due it was the weapon preferred by the gangsters. Its nicknames were \"Trench Broom\", \"Trench Sweeper\", \"Chicago Typewriter\", \"Chicago Piano\", \"Chicago Style\" or \"The Chopper\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince then it has gained popularity among collectors because of its historical importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Denix (Spain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenix reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1093\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Submachine Gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e First and Second World War (1914–1945)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 82 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3,745 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisplay ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShow it on a wooden stand, in a glass cabinet or a shadow box, or on the wall of a study, library or games room. Pair it with other Denix replicas from the same era for a themed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDust with a soft dry cloth; wipe metal parts occasionally with a few drops of light oil to keep the finish bright. Keep away from humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: this item is a non-firing replica sold for display only and to adults (18+). Buyers are responsible for checking the rules on imitation firearms in their country before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree worldwide shipping with tracking, carefully packed in protective packaging. 14-day returns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Objeva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48836471783561,"sku":"DNX1093","price":621.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/2566\/7977\/files\/DNX1093_0.jpg?v=1793467066","url":"https:\/\/objeva.com\/products\/denix-m1928a1-submachine-gun-usa-1918-non-firing-replica","provider":"Objeva","version":"1.0","type":"link"}