Thanks everyone. Robert, I have several Remington's that are a Moose pattern, except they are called everything except a Moose. Remington was one of the first knives that I fell in love with. It's a good thing that you can love a lot of other brands also. I'm a steel addict, I can't help myself.
It's an enjoyable, addiction...lol I have always wondered why, Remington calls their Moose's something else. I think to call a knife a Muskrat and it doesn't have a Muskrat blade is silly. Or a improved Muskrat and it's blades or wrong to be a Muskrat. It's the Muskrat blade that makes it a Muskrat.
About Remington Cutlery
Bear & Son Cutlery and Remington Announce New Partnership Agreement
Bear & Son Cutlery, Bear O.P.S. & Remington
Jacksonville, AL – Bear & Son Cutlery and Remington Outdoor Company (ROC) have announced a partnership agreement to manufacture a new line of collectible and functional cutlery products. The collection will offer all of the sleek design of a Bear & Son knife with the rugged durability that sportsmen have come to rely on from Remington. Both companies stress the importance of quality products made in the USA.
The new line will be launched in August with the release of an updated version of the legendary Remington Bullet knife, which the companies have successfully manufactured together since 2006. In 2015, Bear & Son will become ROC’s exclusive licensee for cutlery.
The knives will be handcrafted at the Bear & Son plant in Jacksonville, Alabama, where tooling, pressing, heat-treating, grinding, hafting, finishing, and assembly occur.
“Our factory is unique because of the extensive in-house work we do, from research and development to hand finishing,” said Ken Griffey, president of Bear & Son. “The methods we employ ensure that all of our knives are high quality, yet affordable, and our commitment to excellence is steeped in a rich family tradition of craftsmanship.”
“With a history dating back to 1920 of producing only the finest knives, it was critical for Remington to pick the right partner,” said Kevin Graff, senior vice-president and general manager of Business and Consumer Development, ROC. “The dedication, professionalism, and commitment to quality at every level of Bear & Son have become clear to us over the years of our collaboration. That is why we are excited to take our partnership to the next level – one that includes exclusivity in the cutlery space beginning in 2015.”
The expanded Remington line will offer several new and innovative products including an extension of the Remington Defense Tactical Knives and some additions to the popular 700 and 870 Series. New knives will also be added to the popular Remington Sportsman Series.
The Remington knives will be made in the USA, as are all Bear & Son knives, and will be backed by a Lifetime Warranty. For more about Bear and Son Cutlery, visit www.bearandsoncutlery.com or call (256) 435-2227.
I think this is a good partnership for both companies. I have had several Remingtons and Bear & son knives and both are good quality. Sold most if them, may have to try some more.
I like them both and own both. I hope this way Remington will be completely USA made. They do have some series made in China. I also think some of their tactical lines are Italian made also.
Anyway, I do have a 2013 bullet on the way. Some year, I may get my modern bullet collection complete. Did they make one for 2014?. I usually wait about a year or year and half. The price usually drops by 30% to 40%, unless you buy a special Damascus run.I have to really watch where I spend knife dollars when I have them.
Does anyone know the annual production figures for Remington Bullet Knives since 2006 when Bear and Son took over production from Camillus? Gus Marsh gave us production figures from earlier decades. It would be great if someone who knows could update it.
Rick, pictures might help someone acquire some information. Gus Marsh has a wealth of knowledge on Remington Bullet knives. I personally have never heard of one like that. It's possible someone did a special order on those. It also may be possible that it is a regular Remington model.
I looked at both photos, the knife is a Remington 1982 R1123 large two blade trapper with Delrin handles. Someone did a custom inlay on this knife, could be any number of cutlers around that could do something like that.
I posted this in the Buck group also and will be answering anything further in here
BUCK KNIVES PARTNERS WITH REMINGTON OUTDOOR COMPANY
Two iconic companies join forces in cutlery partnership
Buck Knives is pleased to announce a partnership with Remington Outdoor Company as the new official licensee of Remington cutlery. “We are excited to align ourselves with an industry icon like Buck Knives,” said Jordan Davis, VP of Marketing & Business Development of Remington.
“They have a passion for the outdoor industry and a commitment to quality products. We look forward to a great partnership with Buck Knives through the years.”
Buck Knives is no stranger to the outdoors, supplying outdoorsmen and women with sports cutlery for over 110 years. This unprecedented partnership in the cutlery industry will enable Buck Knives and Remington the opportunity to create a new line of quality, dependable products.
“Remington is a prestigious company, with a strong focus on building dependable, reliable products,” Said CJ Buck, CEO & Chairman of Buck Knives. “It is an honor to partner with another iconic company. They represent everything we believe in when it comes to a commitment to consumer value and quality products.”
About Remington Arms Company, LLC
Remington Arms Company, LLC, (“Remington”) headquartered in Madison, N.C., designs, produces and sells sporting goods for the hunting and shooting sports markets, as well as solutions to the military, government and law enforcement markets. Founded in 1816 in upstate New York, the Company is the nation's oldest continuously operating manufacturer and continues to manufacture in its original plant located in Ilion, NY. Remington is a privately-held manufacturer of firearms, silencers, and ammunition products and one of the largest domestic producers of ammunition, shotguns, and rifles. The Remington family of companies has 12 locations across 9 states employing over 3,500 people and distributes its products throughout the U.S. and in over 55 foreign countries. More information about Remington can be found at www.remington.com.
About Buck Knives
Behind every Buck knife is over 100 years of experience and craftsmanship. The very best materials and state-of-the-art technology are used to create knives that meet the exacting demands expected of a high-quality knife. Buck stands behind every knife made with their famous Forever Warranty. More information about Buck Knives can be found at www.buckknives.com
Just to keep us in the loop here also, I have a call into the gentleman that will be handling the Remington deals to get the answers. I am sure he will be back with me soon
I did indeed have a chance to speak with Buck Knives today and I am VERY excited about their vision for this partnership.
The collectors club has not been decided at this point. The focus has been on an independent line of knives produced by Buck for Remington and getting a catalog put together for them also. That catalog will be available at the reveal and of course, that will be at shot show.
YES, THEY WILL BE PRODUCING THE BULLET. There will be 2 limited productions next year. Both will be USA made.
There will also be some bullets made offshore with Bucks same quality control they use for the small percentage of knives they continue to have made offshore for their own brand.
Watch for a new hunting line also!
This is the information we have at this time. Buck is wisely trying not to put the cart before the horse and make consumer commitments they have not firmed up as of yet. We do now have a contact that is directly involved in the line and willing to answer anything he can for us. So feel free to post questions and know I will forward them to our contact. He also has this link.
I do not want to announce who we are working with as of yet. He has alot on his plate at this time. I will commit to letting you know who he is when it is appropriate and he has a little room to breathe.
I honestly do not know, I read a lot about the issued Bullet and the reviews were very inconsistent. Some great quality, some fair and some poor. Taking on Remington is a large project and maybe it is better suited for a mega manufacture?
Hmm, well I don't know if I would consider Buck as "mega", but I expect the quality will be more consistent, and I'm sure they have more advertising punch & a larger customer base. As I'm sure you suspect, B & S's quality has always been spotty, so it wouldn't be the first time a brand switched manufacturers midstream due to quality issues, (Buck switching 300 Series production from Schrade to Camillus for example).
Of course I'm tickled whatever the reason, now I will have more Bucks to collect!
Thanks for the link I was able to review some of the posts. One correction on the bullet knife – Our plan is to only make the Bullet knife USA. Products coming from off shore will be non-bullet knives.
Some additional info about the Remington line; · Product will have model numbers on the blades
· We will have a date code for the Knives. Code will be positioned on the blades.
· Country of origin will appear on the blade & Packaging. (no consumer tricks)
Categories for the 2018 catalog will be; · Sportsman Series
· Fast Series
· Tactical Series
· Heritage line
· Everyday
· Combo’s
More than 50% of the catalog will be new designs and the designs that were kept changes (Improvements) were made. The improvements were either Functionality and or Esthetics.
During the holiday season we have shipped some new product all import. Most of the products will be sold in a holiday tin as a combo set. These products will not be in our 2018 catalog. The Retailers are, Cabela’s, Academy & Tractor Supply.
Sorry to see another quality knife, made in America by Bear and Son, will now to be farmed out to China. No need now to buy an import knife just because it has the name Remington on it. The Bullet Knife will still be a nice collection to follow.
Indeed it will Wayne and while many will feel that way, I think Buck can make a difference by using the same strict quality they use on their imports. Not sure they are all China based though.
SMKW has had some runs on Sfo Remingtons that were produced in China. Most of the ones I have are really well built. I would prefer the Bullet series stay domestically produced. The B&S produced are definitely spotty on quality for some that I have.Camillus produced were much better. I would enjoy the collector club being revived also.
Though I seriously collect US-made Bucks, I also own a couple of import Bucks and can find no fault in them other than them not being domestic, same with Taylor-made Schrades. For that matter I can't remember ever seeing a Rough Rider I would consider inferior as far as fit & finish goes. I think Chinese manufacturing has improved vastly since Buck's first forays into offshore production, so I'm sure this new venture will result in quality products both foreign & domestic.
Personally I applaud Buck for finding a way to stay in business in a hostile business environment, unfortunately staying in business requires them to add imported items to their catalog. If that keeps US workers in their jobs in Idaho I salute their decision to do so.
Thanks Jan for bringing that to my attention. I referenced China in error, I should have said import. I am sure a firm like Buck has an excellent quality control that will only let the finest knives pass. I would also like to see an american made club knife for the future.
I am thrilled that the Bullet will be made in Bucks US factory. It is an iconic knife and keeping production here is a great way to honor that. Many of the companies now are producing here and abroad. it is as they say, the wave of the future. As long as quality control is there I am not totally opposed to the split.
Bringing new knives to the line is not cheap so I understand that outsourcing that may be the only way to economically do that
I think the Remington ~ BUCK partnership is a winning combination. Both possess iconic names in the outdoorsman / hunter / sportsman arena. When it comes to business .. predictions are .. difficult @ best. In the real world .. I cannot imagine a better marriage. Both companies are instantly recognized in the world of hunting & outdoors activities .. young to old.
I am an avid fan of Bear & Son .. from the days of Bear MGC to the current Bear & Son. I am realistically informed enough to recognize the ongoing issue of sporadic Q&C issues associated with the firm. I am also lucky enough to not have personally experienced this shortcoming. AND .. I own a good # of their products. I’d truly thought they’d gotten a handle on it through their landing of the Remington contract ..as.. the QC issues did diminish coincident with that contract. I can only guess .. not well enough. I am still a great fan & will continue to recommend their product as a very good “quality deal” using knife.
That being stated .. the current BUCK / Remington partnership I view as nothing less than a winning combination !!! Both companies possess an historically proven value of both quality & concern for their customer base. Tough to go wrong given that company philosophy.
Keeping the Bullet Series under USA manufacture is a sage decision. I am not a collector of Remington’s ..but.. understand that is their “select” product line. Keeping the manufacture stateside will facilitate tighter control of the quality of that line & further facilitate the command of higher profit margins. From a competitive business view .. there is also the need for a lower priced line of product. That dictates going off-shore for production. Most here should recognize ..through SMKW’s Rough Rider line.. that quality is available from off-shore sources. And BUCK is already positioned to supply both .. USA & off-shore production .. while simultaneously providing the Q&C demanded by Remington.
It all boils down to a very winning combination for all .. imo.
Vernon, the resource I always go to is Remington Knives, Past and Present by Ron Stewart and Roy Ritchie. It has a pretty good listing up till 2004. Gus Marsh might possibly have a complete listing also. I collect them, but am missing several, probably arounfd 10 or 11 years.
The chapter 11 petition in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Decatur, Ala., marks Remington’s second restructuring since 2018, when it filed for chapter 11 and transferred ownership to investors including Franklin Resources Inc. and JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Remington has been searching for potential buyers and was in talks to sell itself out of bankruptcy to the Navajo Nation before negotiations collapsed in recent weeks, leaving the company without a lead bidder, or stalking horse, in place.
The manufacturer’s firearms and ammunition businesses could be sold off separately, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Does anybody know what year Remington introduced the 4 blade,R103 Delrin stag handled Heritage series knife? If not, suggestions for where I can search?
Howdy from beautiful and sometimes semitropical downtown Saint Thomas, PA. Just touching base here. I am a collector, and Remington knives are one of the brands I like to accumulate. My collection includes one each of the bullet knives issued each year since 1982, several originals from the 1920s and on, a bunch of individual pocket and fixed blades.
In the past two months I have added half a dozen nice old Remingtons to my collection. Over the years I've had several R100A and R100B dogleg stock knives. Always upgrading in condition. I love the concealed backsprings, and the "Remington Standard Dollar Knife" etch. One of my Holy Grails is a near mint or mint example of either an A or B model with a very strong etch. Been looking for nearly 25 years now.
It seems like there are more old original bullet knives for sale on Ebay lately. I have several of them, but am always looking to add to my collection.
It seems that the original bullet knife #1123 is fairly common. I am seeing them frequently on Ebay. Here are two of that model that I have in my collection.
The one at the top left side of the photo has had a repair to the scale done. It does detract from the value of the knife. The lower right hand side one is in much better condition.
Found this at a gun show last weekend. Remington damascus R293. On the bolster is engraved 000 and on the box it says "BOB PRE PRODUCTION" it's in perfect condition. Any info would be appreciated! Thanks Christian
My reference for remington knives lists R293 as a serpentine Jack with a clip and a spey blade. Sometimes this pattern is referred to as a trapper pattern. It is further described as having a oval shield on the scale. Length 3 1/2 inches closed. Estimated value of one in good condition is $300. Hope this is of help.
Billy Oneale
Here is the newest Bullet in the series that I have. I think I am still missing about 10 including a mint 1982 Bullet
Jul 23, 2013
Bob Robinson
Beautiful knives Billy!!
Jul 24, 2013
Ken Spielvogel
Billy, I would love to have the whole set - sounds like you have a good start.
Jul 24, 2013
In Memoriam
Robert Burris
Billy, I love that Moose.
Aug 28, 2013
Billy Oneale
Aug 28, 2013
In Memoriam
Robert Burris
It's an enjoyable, addiction...lol I have always wondered why, Remington calls their Moose's something else. I think to call a knife a Muskrat and it doesn't have a Muskrat blade is silly. Or a improved Muskrat and it's blades or wrong to be a Muskrat. It's the Muskrat blade that makes it a Muskrat.
Sep 9, 2013
mickey evans
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what kind of Remington is this?
Oct 30, 2013
Ken Spielvogel
Hey Steve, that's a dandy knife.
Nov 1, 2013
Billy Oneale
Bear & Son Cutlery and Remington Announce New Partnership Agreement
Bear & Son Cutlery, Bear O.P.S. & Remington
Jacksonville, AL – Bear & Son Cutlery and Remington Outdoor Company (ROC) have announced a partnership agreement to manufacture a new line of collectible and functional cutlery products. The collection will offer all of the sleek design of a Bear & Son knife with the rugged durability that sportsmen have come to rely on from Remington. Both companies stress the importance of quality products made in the USA.
The new line will be launched in August with the release of an updated version of the legendary Remington Bullet knife, which the companies have successfully manufactured together since 2006. In 2015, Bear & Son will become ROC’s exclusive licensee for cutlery.
The knives will be handcrafted at the Bear & Son plant in Jacksonville, Alabama, where tooling, pressing, heat-treating, grinding, hafting, finishing, and assembly occur.
“Our factory is unique because of the extensive in-house work we do, from research and development to hand finishing,” said Ken Griffey, president of Bear & Son. “The methods we employ ensure that all of our knives are high quality, yet affordable, and our commitment to excellence is steeped in a rich family tradition of craftsmanship.”
“With a history dating back to 1920 of producing only the finest knives, it was critical for Remington to pick the right partner,” said Kevin Graff, senior vice-president and general manager of Business and Consumer Development, ROC. “The dedication, professionalism, and commitment to quality at every level of Bear & Son have become clear to us over the years of our collaboration. That is why we are excited to take our partnership to the next level – one that includes exclusivity in the cutlery space beginning in 2015.”
The expanded Remington line will offer several new and innovative products including an extension of the Remington Defense Tactical Knives and some additions to the popular 700 and 870 Series. New knives will also be added to the popular Remington Sportsman Series.
The Remington knives will be made in the USA, as are all Bear & Son knives, and will be backed by a Lifetime Warranty. For more about Bear and Son Cutlery, visit www.bearandsoncutlery.com or call (256) 435-2227.
Nov 20, 2014
Bob Robinson
Nov 20, 2014
Billy Oneale
I like them both and own both. I hope this way Remington will be completely USA made. They do have some series made in China. I also think some of their tactical lines are Italian made also.
Nov 21, 2014
Bob Robinson
Nov 21, 2014
Jan Carter
When I spoke with Mr Griffey at Rep Weekend I think the figure they gave me was 70% has been brought back so far
I would like to see 100% also
Nov 21, 2014
Billy Oneale
Nov 21, 2014
Jan Carter
Billy there was abullet made in 2014 and it was produced in the US
Nov 22, 2014
tom conroy
Does anyone know the annual production figures for Remington Bullet Knives since 2006 when Bear and Son took over production from Camillus? Gus Marsh gave us production figures from earlier decades. It would be great if someone who knows could update it.
Tom Conroy
Nov 22, 2014
Billy Oneale
Nov 22, 2014
Billy Oneale
May 16, 2017
Gus Marsh
I looked at both photos, the knife is a Remington 1982 R1123 large two blade trapper with Delrin handles. Someone did a custom inlay on this knife, could be any number of cutlers around that could do something like that.
May 17, 2017
Jan Carter
Rick,
Great idea for a new collection. I wonder how many customized bullets are out there? Boy O Boy, I bet there are some as awesome as this one!
May 17, 2017
Jan Carter
I posted this in the Buck group also and will be answering anything further in here
BUCK KNIVES PARTNERS WITH REMINGTON OUTDOOR COMPANY
Two iconic companies join forces in cutlery partnership
Buck Knives is pleased to announce a partnership with Remington Outdoor Company as the new official licensee of Remington cutlery. “We are excited to align ourselves with an industry icon like Buck Knives,” said Jordan Davis, VP of Marketing & Business Development of Remington.
“They have a passion for the outdoor industry and a commitment to quality products. We look forward to a great partnership with Buck Knives through the years.”
Buck Knives is no stranger to the outdoors, supplying outdoorsmen and women with sports cutlery for over 110 years. This unprecedented partnership in the cutlery industry will enable Buck Knives and Remington the opportunity to create a new line of quality, dependable products.
“Remington is a prestigious company, with a strong focus on building dependable, reliable products,” Said CJ Buck, CEO & Chairman of Buck Knives. “It is an honor to partner with another iconic company. They represent everything we believe in when it comes to a commitment to consumer value and quality products.”
About Remington Arms Company, LLC
Remington Arms Company, LLC, (“Remington”) headquartered in Madison, N.C., designs, produces and sells sporting goods for the hunting and shooting sports markets, as well as solutions to the military, government and law enforcement markets. Founded in 1816 in upstate New York, the Company is the nation's oldest continuously operating manufacturer and continues to manufacture in its original plant located in Ilion, NY. Remington is a privately-held manufacturer of firearms, silencers, and ammunition products and one of the largest domestic producers of ammunition, shotguns, and rifles. The Remington family of companies has 12 locations across 9 states employing over 3,500 people and distributes its products throughout the U.S. and in over 55 foreign countries. More information about Remington can be found at www.remington.com.
About Buck Knives
Behind every Buck knife is over 100 years of experience and craftsmanship. The very best materials and state-of-the-art technology are used to create knives that meet the exacting demands expected of a high-quality knife. Buck stands behind every knife made with their famous Forever Warranty. More information about Buck Knives can be found at www.buckknives.com
Jul 27, 2017
Jan Carter
We had a couple members ask some questions about this on our FB Page.
James Liles Is the collector club going to be revived do you know?
Harvey Leathart Will they be doing the bullet knives also?
Just to keep us in the loop here also, I have a call into the gentleman that will be handling the Remington deals to get the answers. I am sure he will be back with me soon
Jul 27, 2017
Jan Carter
I did indeed have a chance to speak with Buck Knives today and I am VERY excited about their vision for this partnership.
The collectors club has not been decided at this point. The focus has been on an independent line of knives produced by Buck for Remington and getting a catalog put together for them also. That catalog will be available at the reveal and of course, that will be at shot show.
YES, THEY WILL BE PRODUCING THE BULLET. There will be 2 limited productions next year. Both will be USA made.
There will also be some bullets made offshore with Bucks same quality control they use for the small percentage of knives they continue to have made offshore for their own brand.
Watch for a new hunting line also!
This is the information we have at this time. Buck is wisely trying not to put the cart before the horse and make consumer commitments they have not firmed up as of yet. We do now have a contact that is directly involved in the line and willing to answer anything he can for us. So feel free to post questions and know I will forward them to our contact. He also has this link.
I do not want to announce who we are working with as of yet. He has alot on his plate at this time. I will commit to letting you know who he is when it is appropriate and he has a little room to breathe.
Jul 27, 2017
Syd Carr
Thanks for the info Jan, nice to see Buck expanding their domestic line. What happened with Remington and Bear & Sons?
Jul 27, 2017
Jan Carter
I honestly do not know, I read a lot about the issued Bullet and the reviews were very inconsistent. Some great quality, some fair and some poor. Taking on Remington is a large project and maybe it is better suited for a mega manufacture?
Jul 27, 2017
Syd Carr
Hmm, well I don't know if I would consider Buck as "mega", but I expect the quality will be more consistent, and I'm sure they have more advertising punch & a larger customer base. As I'm sure you suspect, B & S's quality has always been spotty, so it wouldn't be the first time a brand switched manufacturers midstream due to quality issues, (Buck switching 300 Series production from Schrade to Camillus for example).
Of course I'm tickled whatever the reason, now I will have more Bucks to collect!
Jul 27, 2017
Jan Carter
Some new info from this morning
Thanks for the link I was able to review some of the posts. One correction on the bullet knife – Our plan is to only make the Bullet knife USA. Products coming from off shore will be non-bullet knives.
Some additional info about the Remington line;
· Product will have model numbers on the blades
· We will have a date code for the Knives. Code will be positioned on the blades.
· Country of origin will appear on the blade & Packaging. (no consumer tricks)
Categories for the 2018 catalog will be;
· Sportsman Series
· Fast Series
· Tactical Series
· Heritage line
· Everyday
· Combo’s
More than 50% of the catalog will be new designs and the designs that were kept changes (Improvements) were made. The improvements were either Functionality and or Esthetics.
During the holiday season we have shipped some new product all import. Most of the products will be sold in a holiday tin as a combo set. These products will not be in our 2018 catalog. The Retailers are, Cabela’s, Academy & Tractor Supply.
Jul 28, 2017
vernon wayne perkins
Sorry to see another quality knife, made in America by Bear and Son, will now to be farmed out to China. No need now to buy an import knife just because it has the name Remington on it. The Bullet Knife will still be a nice collection to follow.
Jul 28, 2017
Jan Carter
Indeed it will Wayne and while many will feel that way, I think Buck can make a difference by using the same strict quality they use on their imports. Not sure they are all China based though.
Jul 28, 2017
Billy Oneale
Jul 28, 2017
Billy Oneale
Jul 28, 2017
Syd Carr
Though I seriously collect US-made Bucks, I also own a couple of import Bucks and can find no fault in them other than them not being domestic, same with Taylor-made Schrades. For that matter I can't remember ever seeing a Rough Rider I would consider inferior as far as fit & finish goes. I think Chinese manufacturing has improved vastly since Buck's first forays into offshore production, so I'm sure this new venture will result in quality products both foreign & domestic.
Personally I applaud Buck for finding a way to stay in business in a hostile business environment, unfortunately staying in business requires them to add imported items to their catalog. If that keeps US workers in their jobs in Idaho I salute their decision to do so.
Jul 28, 2017
vernon wayne perkins
Thanks Jan for bringing that to my attention. I referenced China in error, I should have said import. I am sure a firm like Buck has an excellent quality control that will only let the finest knives pass. I would also like to see an american made club knife for the future.
Jul 28, 2017
Jan Carter
I am thrilled that the Bullet will be made in Bucks US factory. It is an iconic knife and keeping production here is a great way to honor that. Many of the companies now are producing here and abroad. it is as they say, the wave of the future. As long as quality control is there I am not totally opposed to the split.
Bringing new knives to the line is not cheap so I understand that outsourcing that may be the only way to economically do that
Jul 28, 2017
In Memoriam
D ale
Just my personal opinion.
I think the Remington ~ BUCK partnership is a winning combination. Both possess iconic names in the outdoorsman / hunter / sportsman arena. When it comes to business .. predictions are .. difficult @ best. In the real world .. I cannot imagine a better marriage. Both companies are instantly recognized in the world of hunting & outdoors activities .. young to old.
I am an avid fan of Bear & Son .. from the days of Bear MGC to the current Bear & Son. I am realistically informed enough to recognize the ongoing issue of sporadic Q&C issues associated with the firm. I am also lucky enough to not have personally experienced this shortcoming. AND .. I own a good # of their products. I’d truly thought they’d gotten a handle on it through their landing of the Remington contract ..as.. the QC issues did diminish coincident with that contract. I can only guess .. not well enough. I am still a great fan & will continue to recommend their product as a very good “quality deal” using knife.
That being stated .. the current BUCK / Remington partnership I view as nothing less than a winning combination !!! Both companies possess an historically proven value of both quality & concern for their customer base. Tough to go wrong given that company philosophy.
Keeping the Bullet Series under USA manufacture is a sage decision. I am not a collector of Remington’s ..but.. understand that is their “select” product line. Keeping the manufacture stateside will facilitate tighter control of the quality of that line & further facilitate the command of higher profit margins. From a competitive business view .. there is also the need for a lower priced line of product. That dictates going off-shore for production. Most here should recognize ..through SMKW’s Rough Rider line.. that quality is available from off-shore sources. And BUCK is already positioned to supply both .. USA & off-shore production .. while simultaneously providing the Q&C demanded by Remington.
It all boils down to a very winning combination for all .. imo.
Enjoy
D ale
Jul 29, 2017
vernon wayne perkins
Does anybody have a list of the years and models of Remington Bullet Knives?
Thanks
Mar 10, 2018
Billy Oneale
Vernon, the resource I always go to is Remington Knives, Past and Present by Ron Stewart and Roy Ritchie. It has a pretty good listing up till 2004. Gus Marsh might possibly have a complete listing also. I collect them, but am missing several, probably arounfd 10 or 11 years.
Mar 11, 2018
Jan Carter
I know this is listed above in a discussion...THANK YOU LARS
This is the link to the Remington cutlery web site it is now up and...
Mar 26, 2018
Billy Oneale
Nice one, Rick.
Apr 14, 2018
Ugly Old Guy
I just found the tang stamp again
c.1933 to 1935.
Jan 30, 2020
Jan Carter
From Knife Magazine
The chapter 11 petition in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Decatur, Ala., marks Remington’s second restructuring since 2018, when it filed for chapter 11 and transferred ownership to investors including Franklin Resources Inc. and JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Remington has been searching for potential buyers and was in talks to sell itself out of bankruptcy to the Navajo Nation before negotiations collapsed in recent weeks, leaving the company without a lead bidder, or stalking horse, in place.
The manufacturer’s firearms and ammunition businesses could be sold off separately, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Aug 5, 2020
Joel Carp
Does anybody know what year Remington introduced the 4 blade,R103 Delrin stag handled Heritage series knife? If not, suggestions for where I can search?
Joel Carp
Dec 3, 2022
George R Naugle
Howdy from beautiful and sometimes semitropical downtown Saint Thomas, PA. Just touching base here. I am a collector, and Remington knives are one of the brands I like to accumulate. My collection includes one each of the bullet knives issued each year since 1982, several originals from the 1920s and on, a bunch of individual pocket and fixed blades.
Dec 21, 2022
Mike Botts
In the past two months I have added half a dozen nice old Remingtons to my collection. Over the years I've had several R100A and R100B dogleg stock knives. Always upgrading in condition. I love the concealed backsprings, and the "Remington Standard Dollar Knife" etch. One of my Holy Grails is a near mint or mint example of either an A or B model with a very strong etch. Been looking for nearly 25 years now.
Jan 31, 2023
George R Naugle
Apr 3, 2023
George R Naugle
It seems that the original bullet knife #1123 is fairly common. I am seeing them frequently on Ebay. Here are two of that model that I have in my collection.
The one at the top left side of the photo has had a repair to the scale done. It does detract from the value of the knife. The lower right hand side one is in much better condition.
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Apr 15, 2023
Christian
Aug 7, 2023
George R Naugle
My reference for remington knives lists R293 as a serpentine Jack with a clip and a spey blade. Sometimes this pattern is referred to as a trapper pattern. It is further described as having a oval shield on the scale. Length 3 1/2 inches closed. Estimated value of one in good condition is $300. Hope this is of help.
George
Aug 7, 2023
George R Naugle
I should add that my reference does not describe this knife as "damascus steel." A second reference gives an estimated value as $600.
Aug 7, 2023
George R Naugle
Picked this one up on Ebay. It is the R1253 lockback supposedly favored by Al Capone.
Apr 24