Advice needed on coaching a Parker 12 gauge

[Dean Romig]

The blueing on your barrels is very thin and it would sure make the barrels look good, but then, what about the rest of the gun??





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[Chris Pope]

You have graciously accepted some awesome advice here on the PGCA discussion forum- which is why, as a novice Parker person like you, I appreciate this place so much.
I would just throw in that, aside from the fact that your great grandfather's gun is an American gem (I don't care what grade it is,) it is most importantly a part of your family's history with stories to tell. Whether you decide to blue the barrels or not just document in writing what you have done and who did it. It becomes part of the Parker's provenance and increases its value to those whom you pass this on to after your departure from the earth. Two of my most prized possessions are my great grandfathers deer rifle and my grandfathers .45. When your great grandson, or great granddaughter or great great nephew inherits this they will then own their 4 times great grandfather's Parker...what a great story...now I want to research to see if there's a discussion thread here where members share photos and stories of their forbears firearms!...
Best of luck!

[Romney Stewart]

Great feedback and thoughts, thanks so much. I am going to keep the gun as is for now - old and beautiful!

[Dean Romig]

You’ll never regret that decision.





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