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Unread 07-10-2013, 02:02 PM   #1
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I've got a 1930 Parker 16 guage, frame size 1, weight 3g, grade v, steel Vulcan, top lever, with shell extractors. This gun was purchased by my grandfather and given to me. There is no rust or pitting, original blueing, no cracks in stock, slight blueing wear on ends of barrel and some wear on wood near triggers. I have taken some pictures and would like to get an idea of value.
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Unread 07-10-2013, 03:33 PM   #2
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hmm

according to the book, it was a 12, (the book has been wrong)

are the barrels 30"? And it should have a ball (rounded grip) can you post a picture of that?
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Barrels measure 26" imp. and mod. I attached two pics of grip
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it looks like a #2 stamped on the barrel lug?
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First picture definitely shows a 16 and a 1.
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Unread 07-11-2013, 10:36 AM   #6
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correct I looked again it's 16 and a 1
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Not sure if I'm going about this wrong, but I've gotten some questions but no indication of value? Am I in the wrong forum? Depending on the approximate value I want to sell this gun. I'm getting up in years and have no one to leave this to. HELP!
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Jeff,

Please know that you must be a PGCA member to sell your gun using this forum. Now you haven't even decided to sell it yet but one thing leads to another...

As for value. most will not value a gun unless it is in their hands for examination. The barrels are 26" which seem a little short for a #1 frame 16 gauge. If the barrels have been cut the value in most cases is half of what it would be if original. Also a #1 frame is a heavy 16 gauge and not as desirable as the lighter #0 frame guns in the same gauge. What do the choke constrictions measure? What is the minimum barrel wall thickness? Are the bores smooth and shiny or pitted? Are the barrels tight on the action with the forend removed, i.e. "on face". As for value from what I can see in your photos, $500 to $2000 depending on answers to my questions and other factors.

If you decide to sell your Parker the forum has a member's section with For Sale and Wanted to Buy sections. The cost of membership is $40 per year and includes a subscription to the quarterly magazine PARKER PAGES.

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Thanks Mark that was what I was looking for. Based on your questions I would guess that I will fall in the upper price range. If I join how does one go about getting a gun in folks hands to get the value determined and is this a gun that would interest collectors.
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Hi Jeff,

Please do not be surprised if your Parker falls in the middle of that price range.

Obtaining a valuation of your Parker is best done face-to-face. To do this please notice that I and many others note their state of residence on their Member info to the left of our posts. If you list your state maybe someone will contact you. Otherwise, post your city and state and request to meet local members.

Another way to learn about the world of side by sides and specifically Parkers is to attend SxS shoots. These are informal events where few worry much about their scores. Rather they appreciate meeting like minded collectors and seeing other guns.

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