Remington Rand 1911a1 Markings Site
Remington Rand followed this exactly. The font size and spacing remain consistent across most contracts, but slight die wear late in production can produce lighter impressions or slightly rounded letters.
Early production Remington Rand slides (roughly 1943–early 1944) used (all caps, period). Later production switched to "No." (capital N, lowercase o, period). This is a minor but well-known variation among collectors. remington rand 1911a1 markings
The frame carries the proof of government acceptance and military ownership: United States Property: Remington Rand followed this exactly