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Unread 05-11-2014, 04:19 PM   #24
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Originally Posted by Bill Zachow View Post
Patrick, I am a little confused about Brad stating that the marks on the receiver were "casting" marks. I was/am under the impression that Parker forged and machined their receivers. Not criticizing, just really wondering.
You are, of course, right re the Parker production process. Perhaps I misunderstood Brad's remarks as they were made to my cell as I was walking down the street and I was focused on the good news re the lack of cracks (so far) in that old Linseed oil-covered stock. I'll ask him about the marks when he checks in after the 10 is broken down.

I do remember pictures of another hammer gun posted on this site some time back that had similar marks in the same area. Perhaps they are both just scratches and it was a coincidence...
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