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Remington Rand 1911a1 - Markings ((top))
Between 1942 and 1945, Remington Rand produced over 84,000 M1911A1 pistols, which were marked with distinctive codes and stamps. These markings not only identified the pistol as a Remington Rand product but also provided valuable information about the pistol's production and testing.
A small "P" proof mark was stamped on top of the slide, typically just in front of the rear sight.
Some collectors note that the "P" proof should appear identical on the slide and frame if both parts are original to the pistol—a useful authenticity check.
Because Remington Rand did not make all their own parts, you will find cryptic letters and symbols inside the slide, on the barrel, and on small components. These are not defects; they are . remington rand 1911a1 markings
Remington Rand was the largest producer of M1911A1 pistols during WWII, delivering approximately between 1942 and 1945. Identifying an authentic Remington Rand involves examining specific slide variations, frame proofs, and serial number formats. Slide Marking Variations
An appears on various small parts (safety lock, slide stop, magazine catch). This is the Ordnance inspector’s mark for parts acceptance.
The most faked parts are barrels and grips. Genuine Remington Rand grips are brownish plastic (Coltwood) with 15 or 13 coarse checkering lines. They will have a small "R" inside the circle on the back of the grip. Between 1942 and 1945, Remington Rand produced over
Colonel Frank J. Atwood (Rochester Ordnance District) took over and stamped his initials on the majority of Remington Rand production (1943–1945). This mark is usually located behind the slide stop pin.
What is the (you can replace the last two digits with 'X' for privacy)? Which slide text variant (Type 1, 2, or 3) does it have?
A pistol with a "Singer" slide on a Remington Rand frame is not a Remington Rand – it's a "parts gun." However, a Remington Rand slide on a Singer frame is a legendary "Frankenstein" that can exceed $20,000. Some collectors note that the "P" proof should
Initial production faced serious difficulties. After the first 255 pistols were accepted in November 1942, subsequent testing revealed major problems with parts interchangeability. In March 1943, company president James Rand Jr. halted production entirely. Only after management changes and a thorough overhaul of inspection and manufacturing operations did production resume in May 1943. Despite these early setbacks, Remington Rand ultimately produced more M1911A1 pistols than all other wartime manufacturers combined.
A stamped "F" on the right or left side of the barrel lug. Component Proof Marks
The left side of the slide contains the manufacturer name and location. These evolved through three distinct variations: Type 1 (Early 1943):
If these letters are stamped into the frame, the pistol is a military rebuild and may contain mixed parts from other subcontractors like Colt or Ithaca. If you want to evaluate a specific pistol, tell me:
