1929 Parker vh 16
 

Howdy. New Parker owner here. Long time admirer though. My 16 gauge has PNN3 on the under side of the barrels. What is this? Also “HT” is stamped w an “A” below. Again, uncertain what this represents. Serial number is 232451. There’s a “3” w smaller “.5” beside it. I’m assuming that is the total weight of the barrel(S). Other stamping include “V” w circle. On the barrel lug is a “16” w a “1” stamped below.

I’ll try to include pics. I’ve sent in for the letter. I’ll try to post pics. Again, I’m new and trying to figure this out.

Thanks for an awesome website and your time.

Welcome

PNN3 is a Remington repair code - sign that the gun was returned for work in 1944

3 with the offset 5 is the pre stuck barrel weight in pounds and ounces

the 1 on the barrel lug is the frame size

according to "the book" you should have a 16 gauge V grade with 28" barrels and a capped pistol grip stock

Hi Timothy:
PNN3:Remington repair code
HT over A: Speculation is this means heat treated, annealed
3 and 5: Unstruck barrel weight (3 lbs and 5 ounces)
V in circle: this is the grade (V or Vulcan)
16: this is the gauge
1: this is the frame size

Post some pictures of your gun and we can possibly tell you more. Also you may consider purchasing The Parker Story, a wealth of information for your study.

Sincerely:
Randy

Thanks so much. I’ll post pics as soon as I figure it out.

go to the home page and find FAQ on the left

click on that and scroll to the bottom for picture posting advice

Timothy the V in a circle is actually the barrel steel , Vulcan in this case and not the grade as I stated previously....

Let’s try again.

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