Description
The parts you need (not included):
- Gun: 1,351pcs for ~$118
- Sling (Optional): 125pcs for ~$23
- Display stand (Optional): 253pcs for ~$33
- Display plaque (Optional): 15pcs for ~$4
[UCS-style decal is available here, and free instructions for the brick-built plaque are downloadable here.]
Estimated parts costs are in $ USD when buying at BrickLink.com, shipping will vary.
Click here to download parts lists and see the needed pieces ahead of time.
How to Upload XML Code to BrickLink
- Open the .rtf file containing XML code.
- Copy the entire text starting with “<INVENTORY>”.
- Go to https://bricklink.com.
- Create an account on Bricklink if you don’t have one yet.
- On the top right, scroll over “Want” and then select “Wanted List”
- “Create New List” and name it however you’d like.
- On the top right, scroll over “Want” and then select “Upload”.
- Select “Upload Bricklink XML format”.
- Paste the entire text you copied in Step 2.
- Select the Wanted List you created in Step 6 in the dropdown by Add to:
- Click “Proceed to verify Items”; at this point you should see the list of parts you need to purchase.
- Pro tip: If you have multiple models you’re shopping for (e.g. gun and display stand and display plaque), it’s highly recommended you upload all their parts to the same Wanted List so that you can more easily combine them into the smallest possible number of shopping carts / stores / orders placed at the same time for less expensive shipping.
If you encounter any parts errors (for example, parts 3062b, 3068b, 3069b and/or 3070b) when trying to upload your parts list code to BrickLink, open the text file with XML code in a text editor app, search for those codes (Command+F or Ctrl+F) and delete the ‘b’ or other add-on letter in each code. If you encounter any further issues, please contact me.
About the Model
This custom LEGO M1A1 Thompson is designed as a premium display piece and looks like an ultimate collector’s LEGO gun set. It features:
- advanced building techniques
- moving bolt / charging handle
- working release for box magazine
- fire-selector switches
- look-down iron sights
- pull-back trigger
The sling swivels are functional; I’ve also included instructions and parts list code for a display stand and mountable Technic-based sling (optional).
This WWII submachine gun model is a fun conversation-starter for you and your family/friends! If you like my replica LEGO gun, please support my work and purchase a set of instructions.
So grateful for your support!
~ Cole Edmonson
Note: I am not responsible for any risks/damages related to buyer/user’s handling and display of constructed model, which resembles a real gun and should therefore be treated with care and caution. “LEGO” is a trademark of The LEGO Group, which I am not affiliated with or endorsed by: the same goes for Auto Ordnance, the M1A1 Thompson, and associated trademarks.
Note that this is a digital purchase that gives you the access and individual right to download and use the instruction files, parts lists, and XML code for this custom model. You will not receive any physical items or pieces as part of this transaction.
To see original feature page for my M1A1 Thompson design (rather than instructions), click here.
