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Originally Posted by Mark Ray
The two issues are these, the top rib is loose for about 4 inches, about 6 inches back from the muzzle. And the top lever sticks/catches on the top tang when returning to the closed position.
Regarding the rib. Can it be repaired/re-layed without having to refinish the nearly perfect barrels?
Regarding the top lever, is this a common situation?
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Hi Mark,
The two problems are not common and to me indicate that someone unqualified has attempted to restore your Parker.
The loose top rib MAY be caused by hot blueing the barrels. Side by Sides need to be rust blued since hot blueing can leave salts between the ribs. The hot in the hot blue can loosen the solder which binds the ribs to the barrels.
Maybe your barrels were not hot blued but if it were me, I send them to a barrel expert for examination.
The top lever sticking? That sounds like something improperly installed or poorly repaired.
These are just the thoughts of someone who has been there and done that... Take them for what you paid for them.
Mark