Remington Rand 1911a1 Markings -
The story of the Remington Rand M1911A1 is one of a typewriter company that became the most prolific producer of the legendary .45 caliber pistol during World War II. Its markings act as a roadmap for collectors, revealing three distinct production phases and the military's strict oversight. The Three "Types" of Slides
Because Remington Rand lacked gun-making experience, their early production suffered from quality control issues (soft slides, brittle frames). This led to a major contract reshuffling and the famous "Typewriter Company" pistols being rebuilt and refinished. Consequently, correct markings are the only way to distinguish a $1,200 mixmaster from a $5,000 collector-grade example. remington rand 1911a1 markings