The Remington Rand 1911A1 was produced from 1941 to 1945, with a total of approximately 84,000 guns manufactured. The pistol was produced under a government contract, and it was intended to help meet the demand for sidearms during World War II. Remington Rand was one of several companies that produced the 1911A1 during the war, and their guns are highly regarded for their quality and accuracy.