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New member from Wisconsin - Barrel marking questions
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Default New member from Wisconsin - Barrel marking questions

Hi all,

I paid my dues a few weeks ago and already had my first Parker lettered. It's a VH, 1 1/2 frame, 12ga, 28" barrels, made in 1915. I've been able to decipher most of the barrel markings including grade, frame size, barrel weight (3lbs 8oz), but I'm confused by the rest.

What does the C next to 1 1/2 represent?

How about the small HT on the flats?

I assume the circled V on the flats and the V between the lugs indicate the grade.

What does the circled JG stand for? Finally, what about the cursive letter next to JG? It could be a V, but I'm not sure. I'm guessing at least one of the above is a proof mark, but I'm not sure which.

Otherwise, the gun seems to be in pretty good shape. The case hardening color has worn off everywhere but on the water table and under the opening lever. There's no rust that I can find, and the barrel bluing is maybe 50% remaining?

Thanks for your help in advance!
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