Thompson Mag Loaders?

[ratski]

Anyone know of any good mag loaders for the Thompson mags?
My thumbs are tired!!!

Thanks

Dave

 

[chili17]

THOMPSON SMG .45 ACP MAGAZINE SPEED LOADER (10 ROUNDS IN 1 PUSH)

The RAE Industries Thompson SMG .45ACP (10 Rounds In 1 Push) Speed Loader

raeind.com

 

[ratski]

THOMPSON SMG .45 ACP MAGAZINE SPEED LOADER (10 ROUNDS IN 1 PUSH)

The RAE Industries Thompson SMG .45ACP (10 Rounds In 1 Push) Speed Loader

raeind.com

I've seen that one when searching.
Big Question is "does it work as shown?"

Thanks

 

[StenAtopia]

 

[chili17]

Honestly dont know. I use my thumbs

 

[Cortland]

I just took possession of a NAC (Savage) 1928 a few weeks ago so this is timely for me. That RAE loader looks pretty slick. At $35 shipped I'll definitely give it a shot.

 

[SecondAmend]

I just took possession of a NAC (Savage) 1928 a few weeks ago so this is timely for me. That RAE loader looks pretty slick. At $35 shipped I'll definitely give it a shot.

With your '28 Thompson you don't really need a stick mag loader - just shoot drums (which a very easy to load)!
In any case, enjoy many fun and safe shooting times with your Thompson!

 

[ratski]

With your '28 Thompson you don't really need a stick mag loader - just shoot drums (which a very easy to load)!
In any case, enjoy many fun and safe shooting times with your Thompson!

Curious about drums.
Are some of them rated full auto and some semi?

Never have been clear on that.

Dave

 

[A&S Conversions]

I get that your thumb can get tired, but not only with Thompson mags, but any double stack double feed mags, I place a round in the center of the gap, holding it there with my thumb, and tap the base of the mag on a wooden bench or table. The inertia of the round helps to push the round into the mag. As the mag has more rounds, the increased mass of the increasing number of rounds gives more push against the spring the increased spring pressure of a more loaded mag. Of course some owners of pristine magazines would not necessarily want to pound the base of the mag into anything. But I have had good luck with this method saving my thumb, especially when the mag is almost completely loaded. I have noticed occasionally finish wear, but has never damaged a mag such that it stops working .

Scott

 

[K2]

Hi All,

When bump loading, fold up a shop towel and place it on the table where you bump-load your magazines. Saves the mags and keeps others in the household happier the night before the match as it is quieter .

Enjoy,

K2

 

[SecondAmend]

Curious about drums.
Are some of them rated full auto and some semi?

Never have been clear on that.

Dave

Same drum for semi and full auto. Here's what you want for a "shooter" drum:
https://www.waffenmeisters.com/thom...el-1928-1921-1927-50-round-p-261-for-sale-buy
At some point in time you may want to get a proper vintage drum if you get into the "collector" mode. That's a whole adventure unto itself.
Best of luck. MHO, YMMV, etc.

 

[Cortland]

With your '28 Thompson you don't really need a stick mag loader - just shoot drums (which a very easy to load)!
In any case, enjoy many fun and safe shooting times with your Thompson!

Thanks! As far as drums vs box mags I do have both. I've got an original L drum and three reproduction drums. I haven't shot the original but the repros run great. And as fun as they are, I've found that I shoot the 30 round sticks more often. They're less of a commitment! 😁

 

[Cortland]

I've seen that one when searching.
Big Question is "does it work as shown?"

Thanks

I just received the RAE loader and it seems great. I loaded five or six 30 round magazines with no issues. The loader is a 3D printed product so aesthetically it looks like hell (but I already knew that going in). Functionally it's works very well and seems durable. I'd prefer a Thompson Maglula loader, but since they don't make one this thing is a fine alternative.