Make: Remington Rand

Model: 1911A1

Serial Number: 1426734

Year of Manufacture: March 1944, C&R

Caliber: .45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol)

Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Single Action, Fed by Detachable Magazine

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “REMINGTON RAND INC. / SYRACUSE, N.Y. U.S.A.”. The frame is marked “UNITED STATES PROPERTY / NO. 1426734” and “M1911A1 U.S. ARMY”. The left side of the frame bears the Ordnance inspector’s mark “FJA” (Frank J. Atwood) below the slide stop, with a “P” proof mark near the magazine release. The right side of the frame has the Ordnance Department’s crossed cannons emblem behind the grip. The top of the slide has a “P” proof in front of the rear sight. The barrel is marked “HS” and “P” on the lug.

Barrel Length: 5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade. The rear sight is a dovetail-mounted square-notch.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a pair of checkered brown plastic panels with reinforcing rings around the screws and interior reinforcing ribs. The grips show minor handling wear with light flattening to the checkering. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Very Good to Fine overall condition.

Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 7-round .45 ACP magazine, marked “R” on the toe, in Good condition with minor surface wear.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 90% of its parkerized finish. The balance of the finish shows general edge wear, some light handling marks, and minor thinning at typical contact points including the front strap, muzzle, and high points of the slide. There are faint drag lines from the slide stop and safety. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings are sharp and clear. Overall, this pistol rates in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: The Remington Rand 1911A1 pistols are among the most iconic American military sidearms of the 20th century. Produced during World War II, these pistols were designed to meet the urgent wartime need for reliable handguns and are now highly sought after by collectors. Remington Rand became the largest producer of 1911A1s during WWII, delivering approximately 877,000 units from 1943 to 1945.

This particular example, made in March 1944, bears all the hallmarks of a correct Remington Rand including the “FJA” inspector mark, “P” proofs, and correct Keyes Fiber grips. Its original parkerized finish and wartime features remain intact, and the bore is excellent—making it desirable both for historical collectors and shooters.

For collectors of U.S. military firearms, especially WWII-era pieces, this Remington Rand 1911A1 is a strong example with honest wear, correct configuration, and no import marks. It would make a fine centerpiece in any collection, a great shooter, or a worthy display item for those honoring the Greatest Generation.