Suppose you're having a conversation with a guy over a few beers about all things Parker and he says
"Yeah but original Parker Bros. guns offer much better wood-to-metal fit than Parker Reproductions". You can say to him
"Oh yeah, is that right? Take a look at these pictures."
The first pic below is a currently offered 16ga. Parker Bros. BHE that the seller describes as 100% new, not refinished, original, collector quality, etc. Look closely at the leading edge of the forend latch and take note of the wood-to-metal fit.
Now, for comparison purposes, take a look at the wood-to-metal fit of the forend latch of a 12ga. Parker Repro DHE that is also in 100% new and original condition.
I realize any craftsman building these guns can have a bad day and all Parker guns are not created equal. But, in terms of wood-to-metal fit, a Parker Reproduction doesn't necessarily have to take a back seat to an original.
Note: The above and below are for entertainment purposes only.
For comparison purposes only...
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