The US M3/M3A1 Submachine Gun: The Complete History of America’s Famed “Grease Gun”

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Michael Heidler

The US M3/M3A1 Submachine Gun

The Complete History of America’s Famed “Grease Gun”

Michael Heidler

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Schiffer Publishing Ltd
01 December 2020

Military history; Weapons & equipment; Ordnance, weapons technology; Militaria, arms & armour

In January 1943, when the ""U.S. Submachine Gun, Caliber .45, M3"" was officially adopted, it was a step into the future of weapons-manufacturing technology. In absolute contrast to the milled, high-quality Thompson models, the M3 was almost completely made from sheet metal. Many soldiers mockingly called it ""Grease Gun"" owing to its visual similarity to the mechanic's tool, but it soon gained a fighting reputation. The Grease Gun saw action not only in World War II, but also in Korea, Vietnam, and various other conflicts around the globe. China and Argentina made copies for their armies, and US surplus can still be found in foreign service today. This book tells the complete story of this remarkable weapon, from development and manufacturing, to combat. Included are descriptions of accessories, ammunition, and experimental models. The reader will find many hitherto unknown details, background information, and numerous photos.

AUTHOR: Michael Heidler has researched military history and weapons technology for more than thirty years. Through intensive research in archives and museums, as well as through contact with collectors around the world, he has built a comprehensive archive of military documents and regulations. He is the author of more than 100 articles and books, including the benchmark German Secret Armament Codes until 1945.

551 colour and b/w photographs

By: Michael Heidler
Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 1.633kg
ISBN: 9780764360589
ISBN 10: 0764360582
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 01 December 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Michael Heidler has researched military history and weapons technology for more than 30 years. Through intensive research in archives and museums, as well as through contact with collectors around the world, he has built a comprehensive archive of military documents and regulations. He is the author of more than 100 articles and books, including the benchmark German Secret Armament Codes until 1945.