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1891 Parker Brother 16 Ga Shotgun
Unread 08-15-2017, 03:38 PM   #1
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Default 1891 Parker Brother 16 Ga Shotgun

My father left me a PB 1891 Top Lever 16 Ga. Double Barrel Shotgun. I'm trying to find out just what I have, Here's what I know so far. It's original & unmodified, all serial numbers match and in good condition. Grade 1, Frame size 0, 30" Laminated Barrels with extractors & Barrel weight 3/12? According to recently received updated info there were only 9 of these shotguns made & I would still like to know everything possible about this shotgun.

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Serial number and good pictures will help a lot.
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68908 is the serial number and I think I have attached a photos
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Ok. Thanks, but it has extractors, not ejectors. And there were only24 grade 1 top lever Hammergun's in 16 ga made and only 9 with 30" laminated steel barrels according to the Parker Story. Value is always dependent upon condition and by the pictures, it's hard to tell but IMHO, about 50-60% so I would guess around 4-4.5 K in value. That's just me. Others will chime in. Barrel condition and wall thickness is a big factor in price because you are basically buying for shootability Jim
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Thank you for taking time to help me out with more information, I will update my post later and add more photographs. Thank you
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Nice gun. I had a very simular one I sold 18 mo ago. I think Jim is accurate as to valus as long as the barrels are OK.
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I have a Top lever hammer 0 frame 30" 16ga grade 2 from 1892
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Mr. Moore, that is the first grade 2 of that vintage with Laminated Steel barrels that I've ever seen. What does your research letter say about it?





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That's a very lovely 16, Mr.Moore. I could be wrong, but I think it is a Grade 1. TPS doesn't indicate any Laminated barrels made in Grade 2, nor does the gun have the birds and scroll engraving on the locks and receiver bottom.
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