Research Article on Late Remington Parkers

[Dean Romig]

Originally Posted by George M. Purtill

That would be a good side topic in itself. I have heard of NO MARKING guns but never seen one.

But I believe Daryl is referring to the "Parker Bros." on the sides of the frame or simply "Parker" on the bottom of the frame. The ones with nothing on the sides or the bottom are commonly referred to as "transition guns".

[George M. Purtill Member #28]

Originally Posted by Dean Romig

But I think it is quite possible that a good number of raw frames with no stamping that were made in Meriden made their way to Illion and were finished and stamped there.

Agreed- extremely possible. In fact, that would be my presumption but I would like to know what our metal experts think of the finishing that would need to be done to achieve an Ilion frame.

[George M. Purtill Member #28]

Originally Posted by Dean Romig

But I believe Daryl is referring to the "Parker Bros." on the sides of the frame or simply "Parker" on the bottom of the frame. The ones with nothing on the sides or the bottom are commonly referred to as "transition guns".

I understood him Dad.

[Dean Romig]

Just making sure son.... I wouldn't want you falling behind.

[George M. Purtill Member #28]

We have all heard of the transition to Chrome Moly barrels post-Remington and most, including myself, have assumed that that is the reason for the no-name ribs. However, that appears to not be true. See a separate thread I am starting today to gather information on member's barrel flat markings.