Remington Rand 1911a1 Markings

Remington Rand was the largest producer of the M1911A1 during WWII, manufacturing approximately 1,086,624 pistols between 1943 and 1945. Key markings evolved over three distinct production phases, primarily distinguished by the slide logo and specific inspector initials. 1. Slide Markings (The Three Types)

A "crossed cannons" cartouche is usually found on the right rear of the frame behind the grip. 3. Proof and Parts Markings Proof "P": remington rand 1911a1 markings

1. Left side of slide (full view for address block).
2. Right side of slide (patent dates).
3. Left side of frame (FJA/RCD stamp and US PROPERTY mark).
4. Left front trigger guard (Proof P).
5. Left rear trigger guard (Eagle’s head).
6. Serial number (right rear frame).
7. Top of barrel (through the ejection port).
8. Back of both grip panels (R stamp).

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. Remington Rand was the largest producer of the

Typical slide marking:
REMI NGTO N R AND I N C.
(Note the deliberately placed spaces—this is correct and not a defect in the roll die.) Left side of slide (full view for address block)

• Remington Rand logo
• Inspector markings (e.g. "R" or "JSA")
• Date code (e.g. "4-42" for April 1942)