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Remington 1911 R1
Manufacturer	Remington Arms
Unit cost	$729.00
Produced	2010-Present
Specifications

What year is my Remington 1911 R1?

The Remington 1911 R1 is a semi-automatic pistol modeled after the classic Colt 1911 which has served the US armed forces for over 100 years. Like the Colt 1911, the Remington 1911 is single action only….

Remington 1911 R1
Length	8.5 in (22 cm)
Barrel length	5 in (13 cm)
Height	5.5 in (14 cm)
Caliber	.45 ACP

Where are Remington pistols made?

Eliphalet Remington II moved his barrel making operation from the forge site down to 200 acres alongside the new Erie Canal. This is the location of the present Remington factory in Ilion, New York.

Is the Remington R1 still made?

Remington R1: This Is Just A Tribute The company made a small production run of M1911 pistols toward the end of the first World War. Unfortunately, peace broke out and they ceased production.

Does Colt 1911 use MIM parts?

Colt has been using sintered steel, an early form of “MIM,” since the 1970’s. I believe the sear and disconnector are “MIM”. there may be other parts also.

Is the Remington 1911 R1 still being made?

Unfortunately, peace broke out and they ceased production. Later on, a great many of M1911A1 pistols would be made by the Remington-Rand Corporation, a different corporation from the gun maker.

Does the Remington RP9 have a safety?

At first glance, the Remington RP9 is pretty typical. The pistol has a striker-fired action with no external safety, other than the ubiquitous trigger-paddle safety. The RP9 is certainly nothing unusual at first glance.

Is the Remington 1911 R1 a good gun?

The Remington 1911 R1 lives up to the 1911’s legacy, and it is certainly a gun which has captured the feel of the original Colt, and has been a wonderful addition to the growing line of 1911-style pistols. This gun is here to stay.

What year did Remington stop making the 1911?

During, WW1 Remington made some 1911s on government contract, although stopped production in 1919 right after the war. In 2011 Remington reintroduced the 1911 as the 1911 R1 to commemorate 100 years of the 1911. The R1 has features from both the original 1911 and the 1911-A1, as well as a few other features off of more modern guns.

What kind of sights does a Remington R1 have?

This Remington R1, like many basic 1911s, has an appearance reminiscent of a surplus USGI pistol but does not accurately mimic one. The sights are large, white three-dot sights that offer good visibility and durability over precision accuracy.

What does the Remington 1911 feel like in your hand?

So, as I was saying, it feels really good in my hand. Like a genuine 1911, though inside and out it is all Remington’s doing. The trigger is nice and smooth. It isn’t the best trigger out there, I’ve had better, but it holds its own. The trigger changes from one version to the other, so take this with the proverbial salt grain.