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John Walters 08-07-2017 12:53 AM

First Parker a # 2 grade hammer gun ser #45689
 
Hello I am a new member with a new Parker 12 ga it is in fair condition the receiver is nice and the engraving is not bad at all. I was so supprised at the fine line engraving so delicate I just love it. The barrels are not so good pitted from old style primers just after the chambers. I am planning on saving this old gun buy having Briley install 20 gage tubes so I can shoot it at subgage events. The only other issue I found is the left hammer is louse it works but I want to have that fixed also do the fireing pins have return springs they seem to flop around I am used to guns with fireing pin springs. A recommended Parker gunsmiths would be a big help as I want to get the receiver serviced. It will make a wonderful gun when finished not a collector for sure but a treasure for me. I have a few old SXS shotguns and so enjoy breaking them out for a day of shooting all my shooting friends all younger (I am 76) line up to shoot them at the sporting range. They are not spring chickens most in 40s to 65 avid hunters. Only one has a SXS it is a 10 gage duck gun that he is planning to shoot a Turkey with this year.:bigbye:

Brian Dudley 08-07-2017 08:00 AM

I assume your gun is a Top action hammer (not a lifter). The firing pins float. No springs.
Have your barrels checked out by a knowledgeable smith with the proper equipment. Likely your barrels are just fine to shoot with the right shells. The loose hammer will eventially lead to a lost screw and maybe even the hammer itself.

Rick Losey 08-07-2017 11:20 AM

Contact Tom Carter on this board for a proper replacement hammer screw

That will solve the loose hammer issue and prevent losing one

Replacement hammers are not easy to come by

Robin Lewis 08-07-2017 12:18 PM

A lose screw is not the only cause of a lose hammer. It can be wear on the connecting fit of the hammer to the shaft; wear on either the shaft or the hammer can cause a lose feel to a hammer.

Rick Losey 08-07-2017 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robin Lewis (Post 222699)
A lose screw is not the only cause of a lose hammer. It can be wear on the connecting fit of the hammer to the shaft; wear on either the shaft or the hammer can cause a lose feel to a hammer.

Very true.

Dean Romig 08-07-2017 01:42 PM

Or a worn hammer axle or the hole in the lock plate through which the axle protrudes.





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John Walters 08-07-2017 05:11 PM

Thanks for the replys the screw is tight the hammer rocks on the shaft is what I think is happening. Does Tom Carter work on Parkers or just sell parts ? I will have my local gunsmith look at the axel to determine is it is toasted. Gun was made in 1885 top lever is correct most likely it is out of warranty. Who to send it for repair would help.
Thanks Buddy Walters

Robin Lewis 08-07-2017 06:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Walters (Post 222717)
Gun was made in 1885 top lever is correct most likely it is out of warranty. Who to send it for repair would help.
Thanks Buddy Walters

Where are you located, maybe one of the 'known' Parker gunsmiths are nearby? I would suggest you find and use someone who is familiar with Parker guns and Damascus barrels.

John Walters 08-07-2017 06:59 PM

I live in Brandon FL suberb of Tampa

wayne goerres 08-07-2017 09:45 PM

Send Brian Dudley a PM. He can help you out. Someone will correct me if I am wrong but I don't think you can shoot lined gun in a sub gun event.


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