Original .45 M1A1 Thompson Submachine Gun Oil Bottle

Original M1A1 Thompson submachine gun oil bottle, an authentic example of military maintenance equipment associated with the M1A1 Thompson submachine gun used by the United States Army and Allied forces during World War II.

This steel oil bottle was issued as part of the maintenance kit for the M1A1 Thompson, one of the most recognisable Allied firearms of the Second World War. Designed to hold lubricating oil for cleaning and preserving weapon components, the bottle formed an essential part of a soldier’s field equipment, ensuring the reliable operation of firearms under demanding combat conditions.

Oil bottles of this type were carried in equipment pouches, cleaning kits, or inside the butt of the weapon itself. Regular lubrication was critical to maintaining serviceability in a wide variety of operational environments, from the deserts of North Africa to the jungles of the Pacific and the battlefields of Europe.

The M1A1 Thompson became widely used by American and Allied forces due to its rugged construction and reliability. Original accessories associated with the weapon, including oil bottles and cleaning equipment, are increasingly sought after by collectors for their direct connection to wartime service and military history.

Manufactured in steel with some of the original paper sticker label remaining, this example represents an authentic piece of Allied wartime field equipment and ordnance history.

Dimensions

Approx. 118mm height

Condition

Good overall original condition, with age-related wear consistent with military use and storage. The original finish shows signs of wear commensurate with age. No significant damage or repairs evident.