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Dan,
I am inclined to believe the stock was cut either for a youth of for a better fit in winter with heavy clothing. It looks as it what was cut off has been replaced with the original stock. A great early Parker. The tools and wooden case are a plus. Something I lust. A696 is not in the book which means nothing as the book didn't start until more than twice that many serial numbers. Robin is spot on in recommending Parker Grades. Unfortunately, there is nothing in the record to warrant a research letter. Please don't do anything to try and improve the looks of what you have. The value of many Parkers has been devalued by good intentions. Kindest, Harry |
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Thanks for the feedback. Here are some pictures of the tools and remains of the original case.
[IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] Any idea what the Parker along with the tools and case would be worth? The owner currently displays the shotgun and tools in a small breakfast nook full of family antiques. I have been trying to talk her into investing in ether a safe or getting an additional insurance rider.
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06-25-2015, 10:28 PM | #5 | ||||||
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nice gun with lots of history..i love those long barrels....charlie
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06-29-2015, 01:28 PM | #6 | ||||||
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There are those on this forum that could restore the case. IMHO that would be a wise investment. But like Harry said don't do anything to the gun until you have it evaluated by one of the experts
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06-29-2015, 02:11 PM | #7 | ||||||
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That gun has to be one of the first few 36" guns made
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06-29-2015, 02:54 PM | #8 | ||||||
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i ll secound that...i like the long barrells...charlie
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07-13-2015, 08:42 PM | #9 | ||||||
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Wife and I just returned from a trip to Tybee Island for our 25th Wedding Anniversary.
Any recommendations on who we can take this Parker Shotgun to for a professional appraisal? We are in North Central Indiana.
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07-13-2015, 09:22 PM | #10 | ||||||
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Dan,
I am in Valparaiso. I will be glad to look at your gun. 219-465-8558. Jeff |
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