REMINGTON MODEL 1889

The barrels are marked with the two-line "-REMINGTON ARMS CO.-/-ILION, N.Y. U.S.A.-" address, doll's head rib extension, chambers measured at 2 3/4 inches, single extractor, and standard markings on the flats. Standard maker's marks on the locks, and matching engraved trigger guard, hammers, and tangs. Checkered, walnut pistol grip stock with splinter forearm, Deeley type latch, and checkered hard metal Remington butt plate.
 

Description: Outside hammer, double barrel shotgun
Introduction Year: 1889
Year Discontinued: 1908
Total Production: Approximately 135,000
Designer/Inventor: E. Remington & Sons
Action Type: Circular action hammers
Caliber/Gauge: 12 gauge

Oldest Firearm Company: Remington Arms, celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2016.
Exposed-Hammer Doubles: Last of Remington's series of exposed-hammer double-barrel shotguns, starting with the Model 1873 Whitmore.
Distinctive Hammers: Notable for its twin, “C”-shaped hammers.
Construction: Features matted rib, rebounding hammers, casehardened sideplates, hand-checkered pistol grip, and Deeley & Edge latch.
Ammunition: Choke bored for nitro or blackpowder 2 5?8" shells.
Gauge Options: 12 gauge
Barrel Lengths: Offered in 30"