: Only found on early 1942 production models before Colonel Atwood took over the inspection district. Slide Markings (Left Side)

On Remington Rand pistols, this stamp is often lightly struck or partially faint because it was applied after the final Parkerized finish was executed. Ordnance Inspector Marks

Matching "P" proof marks appear on both the slide top and left frame.

Remington Rand used three distinct slide logo variations throughout World War II. Identifying these helps verify if a slide is period-correct for the frame. Type 1 (Early 1942 to Mid-1943) : Three lines of text. Wording : REMINGTON RAND INC. / SYRACUSE, N.Y. / U.S.A. Font : Large, script-like elongated font. Type 2 (Mid-1943) Text Layout : Three lines of text, compressed. Wording : REMINGTON RAND INC. / SYRACUSE, N.Y. / U.S.A.

Small, single letters (such as G , F , H , or X ) are frequently found on the trigger guard loops, frame rails, or the underside of the slide. These were internal factory marks representing individual quality-control inspectors. Barrel Markings

The markings directly dictate value (prices as of 2025 estimate for original, non-refinished pistols):

The left side of the frame focuses heavily on inspection stamps and military acceptance.