Remington Society

Good morning all, i have recently purchased a target rifle (7.62mm), it is based on an American manufactured action which was produced by the Remington Edystone Arsenal. Action stamped ERA, Serial No 341234. The rifle was originally an Enfield pattern 1914 or 1917 design manufactured on contract to ...

Thank you for dating this pistol, the reduction of the barrel to 6" appears to be a professional job, as does the lanyard ring.
was this a common modification ? is it a military or civilian issue ?
Anyway, your efforts are greatly appreciated.
Happy New Year

Cheers

Mike Smith

This pistol is an original percussion firearm.
i have no further info as to it's origin.
cheers
Mike

Hi, I live in Southampton, England, and have just bought a Remington 1858 pistol. the serial numbers on the frame, barrel, and trigger guard tongue all match, the numbers on the rear of the cylinder seem to indicate that it is not part of the original set !. The frame s/no is 135044, the numbers on ...

Thanks Jim,
I will follow your directions.
Cheers
Mike.

Hello, I am in Southampton U K. i have just purchased a Remington 1858 revolver, and would appreciate some help in establishing it's age, and possibly history. The serial numbers under the barrel, and on the frame match, as does the abbreviated number on the trigger guard. Serial Number :- 135044., ...