Remington

Remington refers to a surname of English origin and to several companies and places, most notably in the firearms and office equipment industries. The name is associated with the long-running American firearms maker Remington Arms Company and with the historical Remington Rand, a major producer of typewriters and early computers.

Remington Arms Company was founded in 1816 by Eliphalet Remington in Ilion, New York. It began with a single rifle and grew into a leading manufacturer of firearms for civilian, military, and law enforcement markets. Its best-known models include the Model 870 pump-action shotgun and the Model 700 bolt-action rifle, both widely used by hunters, sport shooters, and military and police forces. In the 20th century the company expanded significantly, while in the 21st century it faced financial and organizational challenges and underwent restructurings as the firearms industry consolidated.

Remington Rand originated from the 1927 merger of E. Remington & Sons and the Rand Kardex Company, forming a major producer of typewriters, office equipment, and later computer systems such as UNIVAC. The entity later became part of Sperry Rand and, in time, Unisys, contributing to the development of business machines and early computing technology.

The Remington surname is associated with various individuals and locales, contributing to the name’s broad use in industry and geography.