American Rifleman TV Preview: Remington Shotguns

Published on January 11, 2017
Duration: 3:15

This episode of American Rifleman Television delves into the history of Remington shotguns, highlighting their evolution from early hammer guns to the influential John Moses Browning-designed autoloaders. It contrasts Remington's early side-by-side models with the later success of pump-action designs, particularly the Winchester Model 12, and discusses Remington's efforts to compete in the repeating shotgun market.

Quick Summary

Remington entered the shotgun market in the 1870s, initially producing hammer-fired side-by-side models. By 1900, they shifted focus, later embracing John Moses Browning's autoloading designs. Despite developing several pump-action models like the Model 10 and 31, Remington's repeating shotguns historically lagged behind the dominant Winchester Model 12.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Remington's Long History
  2. 00:10Entry into Shotgun Market
  3. 00:48Early Remington Shotguns (1874)
  4. 00:54Hammer Guns and Side-by-Sides
  5. 01:12John Moses Browning Autoloader
  6. 01:36Remington's Innovation Strategy
  7. 01:56Winchester Model 12 Dominance
  8. 02:30Remington's Repeating Shotguns
  9. 02:51Lagging Behind Winchester

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Remington start making shotguns?

Remington began producing shotguns in the 1870s, with their first models built on Whitmore patents starting in 1874. This was significantly later than the company's founding in 1816, when their primary focus was on rifle barrels.

What were the first types of Remington shotguns?

The earliest Remington shotguns, introduced in the 1870s, were hammer-fired, double-barreled side-by-side models. These were refined over time but by 1900, Remington had largely shifted away from this design.

What was the impact of John Moses Browning on Remington shotguns?

John Moses Browning's designs were pivotal for Remington's shotgun development. His autoloading shotgun design, adopted by Remington, represented a significant innovation and a 'better mousetrap' that helped Remington compete in the evolving shotgun market.

How did Remington's pump shotguns compare to the Winchester Model 12?

Remington produced several pump-action shotguns, including the Model 10, 17, 29, and 31. However, these models were generally considered to be lagging significantly behind the highly successful Winchester Model 12, which dominated the market for decades.

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