Remington is the oldest and one of the most legendary firearms manufacturers in the United States, operating continuously since 1816. The company traces its origins to Eliphalet Remington Jr.'s forge in Ilion, New York, where the founder hand-built his first barrel after deciding that no rifle available on the market was good enough. Over more than 200 years of history, Remington has become synonymous with American shooting tradition — rightfully earning the title of "America's oldest gunmaker."
Brand History and Heritage
E. Remington and Sons (the official name until 1896) supplied arms to the Union Army during the Civil War throughout the 19th century, provided revolvers to hunters on the Wild West frontier, and exported rolling-block rifles to the governments of more than 40 countries. The innovative rolling-block action, patented in the 1860s, was used in a total of over 1.5 million rifles, revolvers, and shotguns worldwide — one of the largest military procurement orders of the Victorian era.
In the 20th century, Remington twice shifted production to meet wartime demands. During both World War I and World War II, its factories ran around the clock, seven days a week, producing rifles and ammunition for the Allies. During WWII, Remington delivered over one million Springfield rifles to the U.S. Army. The postwar decades brought legendary models for the civilian hunting and sporting markets — the Model 870 pump-action shotgun and the semi-automatic Model 1100 remain among the best-selling shotguns in history to this day.
Flagship Models and Innovations
The Model 700 is an iconic bolt-action rifle that, across various configurations, serves both hunters and the U.S. military — including as the platform for the M24 and M40 military sniper rifles. The Model 870 Wingmaster and its tactical variants have been a fixture in law enforcement and military service worldwide for over 70 years, with a total production run exceeding 11 million units, making it one of the most widely produced shotguns in history. The Model 1100 semi-automatic became one of the most successful shotguns in competitive shooting — purpose-built for skeet shooting and trap.
Alongside firearms, Remington manufactures a broad range of ammunition — from handgun cartridges and centerfire rifle rounds to shotshells and sporting loads. Remington ammunition is produced to strict quality standards, ensuring consistent ballistic performance and reliable ignition in all conditions.
Remington in Poland and Worldwide
Remington products, particularly ammunition, are widely available and commonly used at Polish shooting ranges and in the field. Core-Lokt centerfire rifle ammunition is considered a classic in hunting expanding ammunition, trusted by hunters worldwide for over 80 years. For competitive shooters, Remington offers dedicated skeet and trap loads, while pistol owners can rely on proven Remington ammunition for range training and self-defense. The brand is trusted by both professional shooters and hunters who value consistent, time-tested quality.
Remington at Militaria.pl
Militaria.pl stocks products from Remington — an iconic American brand with over 200 years of tradition. Remington ammunition is a proven choice for shooters and hunters looking for reliable quality from a world-renowned manufacturer. This is a brand whose history is inseparable from the history of America and hunting worldwide — now available to Polish customers through a retailer with a long-standing reputation in the military and outdoor market.
