Remington Rand M1911A1 Reference

Remington Rand was the largest producer of U.S. military M1911A1 pistols during World War II.

Remington Rand Serial Number Ranges

Year Serial Range Notes
1943 916405 – 1041404 Early Remington Rand WWII production
1943 1279699 – 1441430 Remington Rand WWII production
1943 1471431 – 1609528 Remington Rand WWII production
1944 1890504 – 2075103 Remington Rand WWII production
1945 2134404 – 2244803 Late Remington Rand WWII production
1945 2380014 – 2619013 Final Remington Rand WWII production

Inspector Information

Inspector Initials Inspector Name Notes
F.J.A. Colonel Frank J. Atwood Primary WWII acceptance inspector for Remington Rand production.
H.S. LTC Harrison Shaler Commonly referenced Remington Rand inspection initials.

Common Characteristics

Collector Notes

Remington Rand pistols are among the most commonly encountered WWII M1911A1 pistols. Correct identification should include: serial range, slide type, finish, inspection marks, ordnance marks, and rebuild markings.

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