Quick BIO

Eliphalet began his quest for the perfect rifle at a forge in Ilion Gulch in 1816. The location was eventually moved to its location in Ilion as a nationally recognized brand was born.

His son Philo Remington, born in Litchfield, guided the company during and after the Civil War. During his life the company expanded to include such products as typewriters and sewing machines.

Remington also supplied firearms for military purposes: rifles for the U.S Army in the Mexican War, and also to several European countries.

Remington Arms remains a prominent name today, although it is no longer controlled by the Remington family.

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