When Remington Company was Founded

Remington is a company that was founded in 1816 by Eliphalet Remington II, in Ilion, New York, United States. Originally a manufacturer of flintlock rifles, the company has a long and varied history, producing a wide range of products including firearms, typewriters, and personal grooming products such as electric shavers.

Remington Company Founded in 1816

The company began producing firearms in 1816 and quickly established a reputation for producing high-quality guns. During the American Civil War, Remington supplied both Union and Confederate armies with firearms.

Production of Typewriting Machines by Remington Company

In 1873, Remington entered the typewriter market by producing a machine based on the design of Christopher Latham Sholes, Carlos Glidden, and Samuel W. Soule. The Remington typewriter became one of the most popular models of its time, and the company continued to produce typewriters until the 1960s.

Remington is one of the Largest Manufacturers of Firearms in United States

In recent years, Remington has focused on producing firearms, ammunition, and outdoor products. It is one of the largest manufacturers of firearms in the United States and has a reputation for producing high-quality guns for hunting, sport shooting, and self-defence.

In 2018 Remington filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, due to declining sales and a heavy debt load, but it was bought by an investment firm and continue to operate.