Each of those prospects has been dinged by conjecture, too. They will view this not as collectors or purists, but from the standpoint, of what needs to be done to the receiver to get a bolt in it (forget about the clearance cuts, for the bronze lock) and fire one shot. He and I have only our personal observations to go on. He holds it steady on the turf for 10 seconds, then leaps back to his feet,. draft. He has spent the past five months working to convince N.F.L. Richardson was at the park when a football rolled toward him. The machining on these receivers is very smooth and different from the blanchard ground finish found on other WW2 Thompsons. ATF approved non-firearm order direct. For the first time since he was in middle school, Richardson was not playing both sports. 1928A1 Thompson Torch Cut Receiver, Complete with Threaded Nose Section *Good*. The reason? He grabbed the ball with one hand and hauled it in, to the stunned delight of his teammates on the sideline. But can he do the "U.S. MODEL OF 1928A1" and the "NO." Maybe I am the voice in the wilderness but I just don't see ATF going for this. A quarterback, Richardson has a knack for high-flying plays, but he posted an uneven season at Florida. As war, production continued it was a simple mattter to eliminate the polishing and just leave the surfaces of, the receivers in a raw blanchard ground condition and we see this finish on many "typical" M1928A1. Phillies has his Philly O receiver. Hewlett and Richardson had no prior working relationship, and the quarterback didnt engage in much small talk during their early film sessions. I just like flipping and jumping. Vernell Brown Jr., who also grew up in Gainesville and played at Florida, vividly remembers Anthony walking into a middle school football practice with his little brother beside him. Will Hewlett, one of three coaches who helped prepare Richardson for the N.F.L. I agree that some of the "commercials" contained Colt era parts but there was no strict standardization of parts as to what constituted a a Thompson sold commercially within the United States. The sales of Thompson guns produced by Savage Arms in 1940 were mainly geared toward the British and French armed forces. Much of the same traits that attracted Seattle to Tyler Lockett in the 2015 draft are present in Smith-Njigba, a shifty slot receiver who in the 2021 Rose Bowl put up 347 yards on Utah, showcasing . So Richardson did. My new ESF receivers uses, a new style Display Pilot which enables the set screw to be moved forward, of the rivet area. The idea was that a collector could make a display gun worthy of a gun collection, that would not look like a toy, and a Class 2 manufacturer could make a working shooting. Ultimax stands for the ultimate maximization possible of Thompson gun features that can be incorporated in an unrestricted semi-finished non-gun receiver. In their first spring practice together, Richardson was coming off knee surgery but still made an impression. Clear editor. From that moment forward, I didn't want that feeling anymore, so I took more steps to be a better player and better person. Richardson played quarterback in the second half, and that's the way it went as a receiver/quarterback until he became the full-time starting quarterback midway through his freshman year after Kutchko got hurt. During his meetings with teams, Richardson said he received largely positive feedback. By I think sometimes from a quarterback perspective, you get too much of the credit and you get too much of the blame, Napier said. These are not refinished guns. ESF receivers are available in two configurations. It says, "1 of 1.". In my opinion, this creates the ultimate 1921 or 1928 gun because it has all the benefits of the 1921/1928 lock mechanism with the ease of assembly of the M1. Daniels also revamped his offense to help Richardson stand out more, running a scheme similar to what Newton ran at Auburn. Bluing is included. There will be no machined options offered for the Display ESF receivers other than the early Colt squared end actuator slot and M1 bolt handle location. ): Display ESF receivers: Models 1921/1928 $585 Models M1/M1A1 $585, Ultimax ESF receivers: Models 1921/1928 $885 Models M1/M1A1 $685, Model 2M2 $865, Model 2MM $750, Model 2S $750, Model M2 $685, Model MS $685, For more information check my website: www.Thompsonsmg.com. When the season ended, Richardson had a decision to make. With that type of back log, Doug should stop taking orders. Paste as plain text instead, Powered by Invision Community. I too hope that DR gets an approval letter for these as soon as possible. The Models 2M2, 2MM, 2S, M2 and MS are available only in the Ultimax ESF configuration. But not playing that first season made him also miss basketball. On the bus headed to Ole Miss for the opener, Richardson looked out the window and started crying. Those who have the license to finish the receiver into a working gun will find the Ultimax to be the best semi-finished receiver available. Richardson preferred to do a 360-degree windmill and reverse dunks, but wanted to add something else to his repertoire. Every team is evaluating the same 10 things, but how do you evaluate those 10 things and, more importantly, how do you weight those 10 things? Reich said. Full Details. I'm on the wait list for a Philly Ordnance receiver myself but I was curious about that other guy. Still, when Richardson arrived at Eastside High, he had to wait his turn to play quarterback. Actually, I would like to be wrong on this. My belief is that when the gun was put into mass production for the war the receivers at first were given a polished commercial quality finish - which would have been standard at a factory producing commercial and sporting firearms. $329.00. Your post on this subject is a figment of your imagination. In fact, about a month ago, Richardson and his friend Sheldon Hardy went to a trampoline park in Gainesville to, you know, do some flips. Arm strength is one thing but completing passes, especially in critical situations -- that's the way quarterbacks are ultimately judged. offense. Colts: Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson 5. I got 1 from Phili ord, took 4 or 5 mounths. In fact, he actively discourages people from ordering them. From what I've read he's had some health issues and there is an extended wait time on his receivers. If I dont put the work in, none of this matters.. I think his experience was a little bit of a microcosm of our teams experience.. In addition to the hamstring injury and concussion, Richardson missed the bowl game after undergoing knee surgery and played in seven games. But the funny thing is, Richardson never grew up dreaming about playing for the Gators. The true "Savage commercials" are polished and "blasted" receivers "from the factory." Richardsons facial expression and uneasiness showed he was aggravated, so Hewlett ended the session early. As the two started jumping around, the little kids in the park couldn't help themselves. "He's always had a different aura about him," Brown said. Thompson said he needed to see Richardson throw just three passes at a public park to know theres something special here.. Tel. "He said do what I feel is right for me, and that definitely helped me focus and get back on track," Richardson said. Pasted as rich text. Doug, I hate to dispute your undeniable expertise, but the trigger frames and cut-up receiver sections of the Russian Lend-Lease guns that I've seen have a lightly bead-blasted surface texture. They sent the ball back to Richardson, and again, he threw it to them with ease. I agree with 1921A, above. I have learned from buyers of my receivers that there are essentially two configurations of receivers wanted. Computer controlled machining enables edge radii to completely follow the front end contours and to properly radius the 1921/1928 drum slots, bolt handle slot and magazine cavity edges. First, Hewlett came to the next days session and helped Richardson with how he distributed his weight as he dropped back. An A.O. Doug Richardson makes the ultimate display and semi-auto Tommy receivers. And of course with a Thompson, if you can fire one. As pointed out by reconbob in another thread, the critical question is whether Richardson's "Ultimax" receivers are in fact "non-guns" under ATF guidelines. WTS - M1 Thompson Submachine Gun - Richardson Ultimax Receiver $3500.00 - Parts and Accessories Market Board - Sturmgewehr.com Forums All Activity Home Buy and Sell Marketplace Parts and Accessories Market Board WTS - M1 Thompson Submachine Gun - Richardson Ultimax Receiver $3500.00 The bad new is Doug is 70 some years old and past health issues have put him way behind in production. "Every time we tried to start him he got hurt, and I think that slowed down some of the development he would have had," Mullen said. That's one thing I want them to know, how much I care about my family, and how much they mean to me. $159.00. initially fill Britain's early commando and home guard orders. But Richardson is a rare prospect: an imposing figure at 6-foot-4, 244 pounds who runs like a receiver and can make a 60-yard deep ball look as effortless as a 10-yard out. Late in fall camp, coach Cedderick Daniels asked whether Richardson would be willing to play receiver. Stroud and Kentuckys Will Levis. Anthony Richardson, CJ Stroud and Bryce Young are projected as the top quarterback prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft Ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft - live on Sky Sports from Thursday April 27 - former. I'd be leery of ordering one in the absence of a determination letter from the ATF Technology Branch. mnshooter Board Donor 2.3k Gender:Male Location:Minnesota Posted May 15, 2013 Perhaps Doug should subcontract a few steps of the initial production to Bob at Philly Ordnance and only perform the finishing touches. In 2010 with Auburn, Newton had one of the greatest single seasons in college football history, completing 66% of his passes with 30 touchdowns (and another 20 rushing) to seven interceptions. Another comparison for Richardson might be Josh Allen, a big-bodied quarterback who can run but completed 56% of his passes during his final two seasons at Wyoming. By You always have to find joy and happiness in every situation, so I just wanted to joke and laugh about it, Richardson, 20, said in a phone interview this month. At the park, they would flip over fences, jump between picnic tables, even use a small playground suspension bridge that was about 10-15 feet in the air. The next week against USF, he had an 80-yard touchdown featuring broken tackles and a stiff-arm. Thompson spare parts and Dummy Guns can be purchased from Sarco, Inc. 323 Union St, PO Box 98, Stirling, NJ 07980. "If we're being honest, when you say quarterback, your image is not typically Anthony because his ability skill-set-wise he can do pretty much anything you ask him to do," said Ole Miss strength and conditioning coach Nick Savage, who worked with Richardson at Florida. Levis, 23, has been flagged for being older than the others. A lot of history will always be unknown by collectors, yet it is fun imparting and seeing others spin on the subject. At 5-10, Youngs height has raised questions about his effectiveness. I had a lot to work on and perfect.". History, collector subjects, and technical knowledge are the main topics discussed in the forums. When he gets rolling, when he lets it go, he's pretty special. Just when you thought the hype around Robinson couldn't get any louder, the 21-year-old . I didnt know how stressful it would be to be a starting quarterback for a big university like that, Richardson said in an interview. It is just too expensive to duplicate every single marking variation. I've stopped doing business The Rifle Shoppe for the same reason. Also, the new Display ESF receivers have been further enhanced by having more finish machining work done to the interior. Doug Richardson Thompson Display Receiver? Therefore, the rivet holes are finished. ET on ESPN, ABC and ESPN App). The quality of these receivers exceeds the originals made by Colt, Savage or the real Auto-Ordnance Corp. (Bridgeport) or anyone else. Copyright 1999-2023, Sturmgewehr.com and Respective Members That one-week span was a microcosm of Richardson himself -- physically talented, but still learning how to be a starting quarterback. I see a lot of upside.. Do not applythe flame to the barrel or grip mount.After the nose piece has completelycooled, try to unscrew the barrel by clamping the barrel in a large (6-inch) bench vise between blocks of soft wood and try to turn the receiver nose "If you are off balance, as long as you have the right sequence -- using your hips, having the right arm path and knowing how to get that same feeling as if your feet were planted in the ground, that's really all that matters," Richardson said. Everybody.". Doug and Bob: Why not make the sandblasted / beadblasted finish an extra-cost option on your receivers? If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. In Chad Reuter's mock at NFL.com, he has the Vikings sending the 23rd and 87th overall pick in this year's draft and Minnesota's 2024 first-round pick to the Philadelphia Eagles to select . The following week against Kentucky felt even bigger, in a game hyped as Richardson versus another NFL draft hopeful, Will Levis. All models of trigger housings will fit on all models of receivers. The M2 receiver is my redesign of the M1/M1A1 receiver. I think the Savage 1928 Commercials should be sorted into (2) groups. For several years I have been offering my Display and Shop semi-finished receivers. Fifth-rounder Darius Rush, who moved from wide receiver to cornerback during his second year at South Carolina, showed his speed at the combine with a 40-yard dash time of 4.36 seconds. ', "Nothing he does is normal. 2023 projection: 252 carries, 1,238 rushing yards, 9 TDs, 1 FUM. M1A1 Thompson Receiver. Sign up for a new account in our community. He looked up YouTube videos of parkour -- moves designed to get from one point to another by jumping, flipping, running or vaulting. "A lot of people think I'm this big angry guy, but that's not the case," Richardson said. But Thompson said he did not realize how much pressure Richardson had been carrying until after that loss to Kentucky. and other light weights have used regarding the Savage Commercials. He had launched a high-arcing pass near the end of the University of Floridas pro day, a March workout in front of scouts from all 32 N.F.L. The differences fall in line with the production run. Thompson Center Venture II 6.5 Creedmoor. He has spent the past five months working to convince N.F.L. Coach Daniels saw the raw talent and potential in Richardson and created a plan for him. These commercial guns were made for police use and were used to. I just got back my new Philly Ordnance 80% receiver today along with my repaired lower. He briefly thought about walking on to the Gators basketball team "just to be a part of the team, go to practice, dunk in practice and if I got in a game, see if I could dunk in a game. ", This catch alone explains why Richardson's friends and coaches call him "superhuman" and "a human highlight machine. I enjoyed doing some of the machine work myself. "I knew that already, but it became obvious to the coaches, the team. October 9, 2011 in Thompson Submachine Gun Message Board. As Florida prepared to play Alabama the following week, Mullen grew weary of the constant questions about the quarterback situation, reminding reporters once again that Jones gave Florida the best chance to win. A lot of people say I have a high ceiling, but if I dont put the work in, then Im not going to reach that ceiling, Richardson said. As Jones continued to struggle as the starter, Mullen opted to start Richardson against No. It's clearly a Model 1928A1, according to the markings. Steel Rec, Is 80% completed. Richardson is especially proud of being a role model for the kids in East Gainesville, showing them anything is possible. Ahead of the pro day, Richardson ran the 40-yard dash in 4.43 seconds at the scouting combine the fourth-fastest time recorded by a quarterback since 2006 and had the highest vertical jump (40.5 inches) since 2003, further enthralling N.F.L. "I love helping people out. What hurt worse was an inability to hit short passes. And you have to put down a deposit! Thompson spare parts can be purchased from Ohio Ordnance Works, PO Box 687, Chardon, OH. "Anthony Richardson!" I have not ordered a Richardson display receiver for my otherwise complete, NOS M1 TSMG parts kit because of extended and largely unknown delivery time frames. In December, he declared he would leave school. Add to Cart. Jones would start, but Richardson would then come on and dazzle. Its like a lottery ticket, Jeremiah said in an interview. BTW, Bob does not charge your credit card until he actually ships the receiver. In the 2021 opener against FAU, Richardson had a 73-yard touchdown run. shooting guns - ordnance strength and specification - but not completely finished. I have a question about Doug Richardson and his display receivers. But I dont get too discouraged at things like that. Discussing the Sooners' pro pipeline history; plus, OU just added a former Longhorn WR transfer. (This means that the dummy bolt must be installed, The Thompson Submachine Gun / General Information Forums. The term "Savage Commercial Thompson" is a collector term. Nor do I use the term dummy which is usually used to refer to some cheap chunk of metal or plastic that simply provides a base on which to a attach a few gun parts and was never intended to be completed into a working gun. ", Richardson became the backup after Jones got hurt in the opener. are at extra cost. Despite Floridas rocky season in 2022, Richardson never sounded nervous or anxious, just a calm temper and mood, but he was assertive in what he said, said his teammate OCyrus Torrence. OCyrus Torrence, a Florida offensive lineman, said Richardson was usually upbeat in the locker room despite the turmoil and commanded respect in the huddle. He played that year at 190. I offer both the rivets and bolts/nuts in my catalog. So, until someone finds a document dated 1941-1944 that calls out abrasive blasting of guns at the factory. He still plays with the kids in the park, signing every autograph, rarely turning down an opportunity to help. they shouted. Brown calmed Richardson down, telling him he had to ignore what people said about him and focus on getting better week to week. The bolt handle slot is located on top like the 1921/1928 receiver and uses the same modified M1 or M1A1 bolt as the 2MM receiver. That's a really good point. The machining on these receivers is very smooth and different from the blanchard ground finish, My belief is that when the gun was put into mass production for the war the receivers at first were, given a polished commercial quality finish - which would have been standard at a factory producing, commercial and sporting firearms. Richardson did more than play football in the park. Anyone can read what you share. defense, Richardson will first need to face down that label. This has nothing to do with the gun being semi-auto or full auto. Rumors that Stroud performed poorly on the leagues standardized cognitive test, the S2, have circulated in recent weeks. 1921A Board Benefactor 702 Gender:Male 20 overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on . If so, the witness marks [scribed on the side of the receivers] make some sense. The Thompson served around the world with the Allies during the dark days of the early war period, all the way through to the Normandy Invasion and to the end of the war, even with its replacement, the M3 Grease Gun coming into service. When the M1/M1A1 models were introduced, the system of qualified threads was abandoned. "Anytime he does something crazy, he'll have somebody record it, and he'll hit the group chat with the video -- 'Hey boys, I just dunked from the free throw line.' Anyone that has a five year backlog for a new manufactured product needs to rethink the production set up. Life Time NRA, NFATCA, WVCDL, USCCA & TCA member and a Constitutional Conservative aka,,, a Tea Party Guy. I have to get back to making Ultimax receivers. He took over midway through that season and piled up 6,266 total yards and 78 touchdowns over his high school career, but played in only one playoff game. He was very pleased to have made so many "good friendships" with the Thompson Collectors Association. My Thompson receivers are made from steel bars having the same alloy (SAE 1141) and are heat treated to yield the same tensile strength and hardness used in the original guns. Together they addressed problematic aspects of his throwing motion mainly getting him balanced on both feet when he throws and reaching proper alignment in his upper and lower body when his torso rotates. They were so shocked they yelled once more. there is a reference to the first Savage Arms contract with Auto-Ordnance that states the finish of the (Savage) Thompson gun will be "as good" as on the original Colt's production guns. That kind of language unintentionally plays into a dehumanizing logic, said Ben Carrington, a sports sociologist and professor at the University of Southern California, adding that the term can be particularly fraught when used to describe African American quarterbacks, whose careers have historically been stunted by the racist beliefs of white team owners and coaches that they could not grasp the technical elements of the position. Savage manufactured it's Commercial Thompson's as per TD's quote "as good as" Colt, manufacture. I did the same as you useing the same parts. Also, when. draft. So in the very first game of his high school career in 2016, in his very first game playing receiver, Richardson did the incredible. Richardson possesses the sheer power and similar cutting skill of Newton early in his career and also boasts a technically sound delivery, just like Newton had. Mullen told ESPN injuries that season played a role. I did look at a few of the Russian guns today and was unable to determine conclusively whether or not they had been blasted. And you have to put down a deposit! Stick magazines were just short of locking in place. Richardson began working with private quarterbacks coach Denny Thompson in Jacksonville. Still, I'd like to see these available if legal. You could see everybody going crazy on the sideline. It fixed the quarterbacks throws. ESF stands for Enhanced Semi-Finished. Tel: 440-285-3481. But his rise has also made him the most polarizing prospect in this class. Tracking fifth-year options for 2020 first-rounders: Which were picked up, and which were declined? Many have compared him to Cam Newton, the former No. It also kind of undermines the agency of the athletes themselves to be in control of their own destiny, he said. Note that as I mentioned above they, disallowed my AR-15 receiver even though you could not put a magazine in it and using. Maybe I have the dimensions wrong because I have not seen one of these, "Ultimax" receivers, but you get the idea. First, Richardson needed to gain 20 pounds. I discussed the subject of the WW2 Thompsons surface finish with Frank Iannamico today because I like to go to the source of the info being quoted. This is particularly advantageous to studio prop shops, shooting galleries and other NFA manufacturers who wish to make an operating 1921/1928 style gun with a minimum of time and cost. I do not use the term 80% because it has no legal meaning nor does it accurately reflect the percentage of completion. The Display and the Ultimax . Get your favorite live sports, stories and originals with ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu. In the season opener against No. I sure hope that this doesn't turn out to be "vaporware" because it's a good concept. We do make those cuts on the 100% machined, receivers we make for shooting guns, and we do it by hand in a manual milling. I thought it would be like its always been for me like in high school or Little League where I could handle it. In his only season as a full-time starter, he completed 53.8% of his passes, with 17 touchdowns to nine interceptions. Daniel Jeremiah, a former scout for the Eagles, Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens and an analyst for NFL Network, said the idea that Richardson may just be scratching the surface of his potential would fuel teams interest in him. Couple that with pressing to make the impossible happen on every play and you get a frustrated quarterback. "He made several [throws] that day. With potentially six N.F.L. But Ohio State receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba was the most-mocked player to Houston in. There are also some questions as to the markings and finish. You cannot paste images directly. These two goals are mutually inconsistent, since the dummy buffer pilot is held in place by a set screw, that requires a thickened section (and a threaded hole) at the rear wall of the receiver. By default, Richardson's dummy actuator handle is placed in the rear position, as if the bolt were cocked. This is done to use the extra bolt travel to absorb the recoil rather than to depend on very stiff recoil springs. be installed thru the front of the receiver before you screw the barrel on. "I just remember posing for the crowd," Richardson said. Published: Apr 27, 2023 at 10:31 PM. The 2023 NFL Draft began Thursday, and the Sooners once again had a first-rounder. I pondered this problem for a long time before coming up with the, On my original receivers, I chose to locate the Display Bolt Handle in the, open bolt position because the gun was meant to be carried that way. Those operations would be left for the person who would be completing the receiver. 1 overall pick, Heisman Trophy winner and NFL MVP. I always tell people I'm not from Earth," Richardson says with a laugh. It's an Anthony thing. ESF receivers can not accept a bolt since there is a solid section of steel left in the bolt channel but will accept my Display Pilot and Bolt Handle Kits. 1928A1 THOMPSON FIRING PIN SPRING NEW. He has also worked on forgetting bad plays. I noticed that in the writeup for the Ultimax model, it says that the rear of the receiver cavity will be machined so as to accept the breech oiler. Phillies, ESF receivers are available in all standard Thompson models and some additional models of my design. Price $22.95. I believe the only reason Auto-Ordnance accepted orders inside the United States was the profit margin was quite a bit higher on these sales. That is why these guns exist today. Copyright 2000-2022 Machinegunboards.com. There's hope for some of us on the waiting list. Finishing the Ultimax receiver requires the solid center section of the bolt channel to be removed. Receivers will no longer be provided with special sight mounting screws because there are no threaded holes. Tom's biggest joy was to pass on his knowledge and the history of all guns, especially the Thompson submachine gun. It's like, 'What? 7 Utah, Richardson led a comeback upset victory with one big play after another, from a 2-point conversion featuring a pump fake, midair pirouette, to the game-winning score. The Seattle Seahawks selected Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba with the No. Latest Book: It is available in two versions: 1) Model M2-M has the M1 rear end shape to match M1/M1A1 trigger housings and 2) Model M2-2 has the 1921 rear end shape to match 1921/1928 trigger housings. Richardson has always been a quarterback, but his team had a need and he wanted to get on the field. Quarterback Carter Kutchko launched a towering pass for Richardson that appeared as if it would land in the arms of the defensive back 2 yards behind him. Did Pats make Mac Jones happy? 1928A1 THOMPSON FIRING PIN NEW. The questions about his accuracy are still there, but so are the highlights from the combine and pro day, reminding both NFL decision-makers and fans of what makes him unique. He spotted Richardson playing catch with a group of children afterward in a Ben Hill Griffin Stadium parking lot in Gainesville long after the cars had moved. "That first bowl practice it was pretty obvious from the word go this kid is different," Brown said. The Pilot now bridges the rivet area so that I am able, to finish the rivet holes and also completely finish the back end of the, bolt channel on all Ultimax models and finish the oiler area on 21/28, models. 1921/1928 and M1/M1A1 models are available in both the Dis-play ESF and Ultimax ESF configurations. To be able to, you'd have to machine the rear 4.75".