Nylon 66: Remington's Revolutionary Plastic Rifle
This video delves into the history and design of the Remington Nylon 66, a revolutionary .22 caliber semi-automatic rifle introduced in the 1950s. Developed when Remington was owned by DuPont, the rifle utilized DuPont's innovative Nylon 66 polymer to replace traditional wooden and metal components, significantly reducing manufacturing costs. Despite initial market concerns about its unconventional construction, the Nylon 66 underwent extensive testing and was released to positive reviews. It proved to be a remarkable success, with over 1,050,000 units produced before its discontinuation in 1987, showcasing a bold gamble that paid off for Remington.













