Model 1889
Remington Arms · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1889
Also known as: Remington New Model 1889, Remington 1889 Hammer Double
Overview
The Remington Model 1889 is a side-by-side, external-hammer, break-action double-barrel shotgun chambered most commonly in 12 gauge. Introduced in 1889, it was one of the first sporting guns to carry the newly reorganized Remington Arms Co. name after the bankruptcy of E. Remington & Sons. It is recognized by its twin, distinctively curved C-shaped hammers, rebounding lockwork and a Deeley & Edge fore-end latch. Offered in seven grades from decarbonized fluid-steel barrels up through fine Damascus, it became one of Remington's most popular hammer doubles, with about 134,200 built before production ended in 1908.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3540 g (124.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1181 mm (46.50") |
| Barrel Length | 762 mm (30.00") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Trigger |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Damascus Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action Break Open
- Safety mechanisms: Rebounding Hammers, Half Cock Notch
- Features: Side By Side Barrels, External Hammers, Twin C Shaped Hammers, Break Action, Double Triggers, Deeley Edge Forend Latch, Matted Rib, Pistol Grip Stock
Service history
Operators
- American Sportsmen and Hunters · adopted 1889 · as sporting shotgun
Production
Estimated total produced: 134,200 · Production years: 1888-1908
First 38 guns shipped in 1888; approximately 134,200 produced through 1908 across seven grades and 10, 12, 16 and rare 28 gauge chamberings.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: E. Remington & Sons
Discontinued: 1908
Notes
Also chambered in 10 and 16 gauge, with a few rare 28-gauge examples known. Grade 1 used decarbonized (fluid) steel barrels, Grade 2 twist steel, and Grades 3 and up Damascus steel with progressively more engraving. Barrels were offered in 28, 30 and 32 inch lengths; specification figures here reflect a typical 30 inch 12-gauge example.
Background
The Model 1889 arrived just as Remington reorganized under the Remington Arms Co. name, and its low-profile C-shaped hammers and affordable grade structure, starting at $14.95, made it a staple of turn-of-the-century American bird and small-game hunting.