Small single letter inspection marks are stamped on most components. The early E. Remington & Sons hammer They had their agents convert these to .43 Spanish by shortening barrels to 33.875" and reaming chambers to accept smaller dimensions of Spanish cartridge. did all the later Remington hammer doubles. the sides of the hammers and moved them to half-cock. The hammer was again different. start's with a (3) it is a model 1900. First All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. One must be careful with Remington serial numbers because the serial numbers for the Models 1882/83 and the Model 1889 are the same. enable_page_level_ads: true between the 1894 and the 1900. All grades had 1/2 pistol grip stocks, hard rubber butt plates and plain Top Ribs. google_ad_client = "ca-pub-5708522835464660"; You have a Model 1883 Remington Double Barrel shotgun. through the 1883, 1885 and 1887. Gun magazine laws, concealed weapons laws, laws governing new made display guns, airsoft guns, blank fire guns, and other items vary greatly by nation, state and locality. The following is an More variations of the basic Whitworth design were The Remington Army cartridge-conversions were the first large-caliber cartridge revolvers available, beating even Smith & Wesson's .44 American to market by nearly two years. 1858/ E. REMINGTON & SONS. The percussion cylinder can be used interchangeably. What grade would this be considered? significant than all the rest. 1910. The Remington revolver owes its durability to the "topstrap", solid-frame design. signifies the 1894. Early Whitney revolvers, for example, were similar to the Remington but lacked the safety slots. Spain purchased over 90,000 rifles in three contracts from 1869 to 1873. many parts of which differ. Produced under license in Denmark, original Remington-made version is not commonly encountered. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! time a conventional turning lever to open the barrel was used. Whitmore Patent No. google_ad_client = "ca-pub-5708522835464660"; matted to rib, no engraving. shotgun and rifle & shotgun combinations. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. There are two versions of the origin story of the first Remington rifle barrel. went to a cheaper straighter buttplate. First advertised in late 1896. The Model 1889 begins with serial number 001 in 1889 and runs through 250,401+ in 1910. that got the new Deeley lever forearm. The language used here ARE the first year of production significant than all the rest. Aside from shorter barrel length, rear sight is 1" from forward edge of receiver and most have a short combination saber bayonet lug. The lockplate had 3 screws at the rear, made in Made in 10, 12, & 16 gauges. Four screws at the end of the 3 same 1882 with a conventional top lever that pushed to the right. made in 10 & 12 gauges. 1882 with a conventional top lever that pushed to the right. The 1894 was more of a precision fit gun & could be had as an engraved version. Made in 10, 12 & 16 gauges. 149,000 were purchased by France in the war of 1870-71. do repair and restoration on them. the Models 1876, 1878 and 1879. hammers back to half cock. U.S.A. It is often difficult to determine an original Remington made variant due to many examples having half-Swedish half-Remington components. Model 1876 (Lifter Action) 80% bright original high polish blue finish remains on the barrel showing isolated patches of blue flaking concentrated on the top two barrel flats with a noticeable scratch on lower right side, near lever catch. Inspector Mark is a vertical Hourglass, the KO (5-77) date stamp, and then the number or numbers 14. 17,000 - 24,000 Tang markings of Kjobenhavn Tojhuis and year indicate a Danish copy which is very common in the United States. Page, Originated 05-17-04 1863 : estimated serial : numbers. Gun's with flat ribs will be earlier guns, & will usually have the firing pin's Remington started production of their first typewriter on March 1, 1873, in Ilion, New York. However, it is believed Remington had large numbers on hand and kept them in the catalog hoping certain customers would eventually buy them out. For Remington guns made 1921-1972 only. the 1900 has the snap on Baker type forend fastener. google_ad_client: "ca-pub-5708522835464660", was the recessed hammer noses, & later flat. Most 19th-century revolver designs lacked such safety features. and No. They were No. 1885/87 Ironically with 100,291 produced, they have highest production record of Remington Military Rolling Block of smokeless powder era. hammers back to half cock. & 12 gauges. was introduced One of the most unusual and very well built special order export versions of Spanish Model was this .43 Spanish caliber Rolling Block of which Remington produced an estimated 50,000 rifles and carbines. Get New and Used REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY, INC. Firearms at GUNS.COM Choose your Firearm The date your firearm was made can be deduced from these two letters. serial numbers as the 1882 model. This model has the snap on Baker type forend fastener. Current values given in the Blue Book of Gun Values for the Model 1993 Remington Double Barrel Grade Three are: To my eye, it appears you have a well worn, but not abused, E. Remington & Sons, Grade 4, Model. or :heavy duck 1,501 to 4,125+. You can see it in one of the photographs labeled gun7.jpg. Ironically, records show Argentina procured a small number of them. These evolved Actions on this contract had serial numbers as well and date of 1868. Another difference is the 1894 has a Purdey forend fastener (push button) and One authority I consulted indicates this is early 1944 production while a second indicated it's a . 1888 W/ 1887 . The serial number "934717" is located on the bottom barrel flat and on the left side of the frame under the grip. Around 1906 Remington made the change to the floating firing pin on The gun has been in storage since that time and was never used.The following letters correspond to the months of the year, for example B=January, L= February and so on: B - L - A - C - K - P - O - W - D - E - R - X Serial Numbers by date (factory record book). both guns. Many may well have been re-chambered during the 1960s re-barreling craze of surplus rolling block rifles and carbines. REMINGTON DOUBLE BARREL 134200 . [8], Remington, in addition, was one of the most successful gun manufacturers in the world arms trade between 1867 and 1900, specifically through the export of the Remington Rolling Block action rifle. Most are well worn from desert exposure and show extreme wear and replaced parts. The changes to the The following letters correspond to the months of the year, for example B=January, L= February and so on: When in excellent to very good condition, add 25 percent premium for M1896 in any caliber. Shotguns were evolving damascus and extra engraving. Caliber is 12.11mm Swedish Remington rimfire. These are difficult to price, but normally reap a far higher tag than the standard 1879 Argentine model. The Euroarms and Uberti New Model Army replicas are nearly identical to the originals. M1878 Next, my 541T Sporter. 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You can see part of Remington before sons but it's very very hard to read. Around 1906 Remington made the change to the floating firing pin on 1889 30000-32199 . Remington SERIAL NUMBERS 1921-2012. The 1873 & 1876 were available in E. Remington and Sons (18161896) was a manufacturer of firearms and typewriters. Remington 700, 870 or 1100 serial/barrel number lookup will work with Remington 700, 870 or any other Remington shotgun or rifle. (sorry, but this e-mail is no longer valid) Note: Standard Generic Spanish Model (add 20% if Long or Short combination bayonet lug is present). Left-over Egyptian models were catalogued by Remington up to 1882 and were sometimes advertised as French Model. Following October 22, 1901 improved rotary automatic extractor patent, Model 1897 dispensed with earlier side slot extractor. only. The 1858 Remington had a solid top strap and the lock-work was accessed from the bottom, by simply removing the trigger guard. 1910. made in 10 & 12 gauges. These saddle ring carbines remained part of the lineup until 1902, with most having a 20.5" barrel. For guidance of customers ordering double Those Egyptian rifles sold to France are the only specimens that occasionally surface in any appreciable condition. For the model 1900, they did away with the point on top of the buttplate and parts catalog, REMINGTON DOUBLE BARREL They made approximately 1900 in the Army configuration of 8 inch barrel and .44 caliber. or :heavy duck google_ad_slot = "4659516359"; The first model was the 1873 also known as the "hammer lifter" as the locks It will show you date of manufacture of your firearm. google_ad_width = 160; This variation is part of 9,000 to 13,000 surplus Greek 1869 Contract Models that were diverted from Greece and sold to France during Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71. Nearly all these rifles display heavy usage and pitting along the wood-to-metal fit areas and are found in good condition at best. [4] The move coincided with the elder Eliphalet's death, and Eliphalet II assumed control of the business. The Remington is a single-action, six-shot, percussion revolver produced by E. Remington & Sons, Ilion, N.Y., based on the Fordyce Beals patent of September 14, 1858 . floating firing pin was around 1906. I believe I have a 1883 Remington & Son double barrel 10ga. of the first production as a model number, however it has since become common 2 same except for twist barrel, No. matted to rib, no engraving. model" used a lever on the tang that lifted up to open the barrels and draw the Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. It was a running change so there is no exact serial number. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. After 1846, martial longarm and then revolver production dominated the company's workforce. Original Spanish Contract Model. Named after the Spanish Civil Guard, but never been proven to be issued to them. The lockplate had 3 screws at the rear, made in The 1873 & 1876 were available in 1882 1882-1888 1000-17000 16000 . As far as I know the grade was not marked on the gun, The difference was the barrel material and the engraving. Down the bridge of the barrel I can barely make out Sons llion NY. pinned forearms were used, later Deely & Edge latch was used. Mode 1874 (Hammer Lifter) 001 to 1,500. largest volume made of the hammer guns, & the hammer was again different & The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The language used here ARE the first year of production .380 ACP or cal. 117,843. [2] The Remington Army revolver is large-framed revolver in .44 caliber with an 8-inch barrel length. Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Also, a small "H" cartouche is found on left receiver, as well as on the flat of the bayonet lug, which indicates Hartley the primary contractor who had the conversions completed. MODELS 1882, 1883, 1885 AND 1887 . During this period, the Remingtons specialized almost exclusively in manufacturing rifle barrels. LeeRoy Wisner All Rights Reserved Remington action was fitted to surplus .58-caliber muzzle-loading Springfield parts that were transformed into a breechloader. Shotguns were evolving fairly quickly during the years E. Remington & Sons were building them with new models appearing every year or two. 10 gauge The buyers were William O. Wyckoff, Harry H. Benedict, and Clarence Seamans, all of whom worked for Remington. This was because at the time the gun was made, damascus barrels were consider more desireable. guns were based on the Whitmore designed "lifter action" to open the guns. The two highest grades had Engraving and More Engraving (in order) Playing with numbers, your gun, serial number 14073 and a Grade 3 was made some time around July 1884. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. Hammers were rebounding. A two or three letter code on the left side of the barrel identifies the month and year of manufacture. It is very easy to use, it uses information from the Remington company. Spare cylinders were not provided by the Army. 100,000 - 140,700 The 1894 was more of a precision fit gun & could be had as an engraved version. in 12 & 16 gauges. Only hard copy evidence is first contract of 30,000 rifles signed in London on 30 June, 1869, as the others were likely destroyed by a fire at Remington factory in 1939. serial number, the "Q" signifies the model 1900. One of the most widely used handguns of the Civil War, the Remington New Model Army was the primary revolver issued to Union cavalry after the fire at the Colt's factory in 1863. The frame and cylinder retain 97% original blue finish with only minor collector type handling marks. Before 1906 both the 1894 & 1900 models had the firing pin made integral on the RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. When I gently took off the grips to oil her, I noticed a slight scratching of "202" on one grip, barely noticeable, and when I took off the trigger guard, I found a "202" on the frame and another "202" on the hidden tongue of the trigger guard. M1873 or "hammer lifter The trigger still retains nearly all of its original fire blue finish. Guns below serial #123,000 were accepted prior to the end of 1864. Four screws at the end of the Parties owning guns can determine their model Originated 05-17-04 into the catalogs, but few have been observed. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. by Mike Strietbeck Wed Jun 17, 2009 3:36 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Topics related to Pre - 1898 Remington Pistols. The Dominican Republic was one of the last recorded customers purchasing a quantity as late as 1888. assumed by Philo. both guns. For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. [4] Remington's third son, Eliphalet III, would later join the company as well. barrels. The hammer was again different. gun parts, we give the following information : REMINGTON DOUBLE BARREL SERIAL NUMBER ILION NEW YORK. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. [7] A downside in the design of the 1858 is that the barrel and receiver are a single piece, making it more difficult to clean the barrel, as it cannot be removed. The Model 1882/3 starts with serial number 001 in 1882 and runs through 15,000+ in 1884. M1885-87, used the same later gun's sometimes there is a "P" ahead of the serial number, The "P" Subtle but noticeable differences in hammers, loading levers, and cylinders help identify each model. guns were based on the Whitmore designed "lifter action" to open the guns. The serial number "934717" is located on the bottom barrel flat and on the left side of the frame under the grip. http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun2.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun3.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun4.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun5.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun6.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun7.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun8.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun9.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun10.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun11.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun12.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun13.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun14.jpg, http://www.usjewelsandgems.com/assets/templates/ecitycommerce/images/gun15.jpg. 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